World Cup 2026: USA bounced out by Belgium after Balogun furore; backlash against Fifa builds – live

The Guardian UK Tuesday 07 July 2026, 07:00 UTC By Luke McLaughlin 1 min read

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⚽ News and previews before the final last-16 match-ups⚽ Player guide | Bracketology| Golden Boot | Email LukeHello sports fans. USA, the co-hosts, have been knocked out after a thumping 4-1 last-16 defeat by Belgium in Seattle.

⚽ News and previews before the final last-16 match-ups
⚽ Player guide | Bracketology| Golden Boot | Email Luke

Hello sports fans.

USA, the co-hosts, have been knocked out after a thumping 4-1 last-16 defeat by Belgium in Seattle. They insist the Donald Trump-induced Folarin Balogun red-card furore had nothing to do with the result.

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