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Belgium’s World Cup Win Over U.S. Fuels Triumph and Snark in Europe

Belgium’s World Cup Win Over U.S. Fuels Triumph and Snark in Europe
NYT World Tuesday 07 July 2026, 11:09 UTC By Jeanna Smialek and Koba Ryckewaert 1 min read
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Belgium fans celebrating their team’s 4-1 World Cup win against the United States in Seattle on Monday.

Belgium fans celebrating their team’s 4-1 World Cup win against the United States in Seattle on Monday.
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