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U.S. World Cup Out 1-4 to Belgium, Trusty Impresses

7/13/2026

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The United States lost 1–4 to Belgium in the round of 16, ending its 2026 World Cup.
The United States beat Bosnia 2–0, then won 4–1 over Paraguay, 2–0 over Australia, lost 2–3 to Türkiye, and played without Christian Pulisic after his opening-game injury.
Under-26 stars Auston Trusty, Sebastian Berhalter and Alex Freeman impressed, while veterans like Tim Ream exit and newcomers Noahkai Banks and Cavan Sullivan attract attention.

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The United States lost 1–4 to Belgium in the round of 16, ending its 2026 World Cup.
The United States beat Bosnia 2–0, then won 4–1 over Paraguay, 2–0 over Australia, lost 2–3 to Türkiye, and played without Christian Pulisic after his opening-game injury.
Under-26 stars Auston Trusty, Sebastian Berhalter and Alex Freeman impressed, while veterans like Tim Ream exit and newcomers Noahkai Banks and Cavan Sullivan attract attention.