- The U.S. was knocked out in the World Cup round of 16, losing 4-1 to Belgium in Seattle.
- Malik Tillman’s beautiful direct free kick briefly leveled it, but Charles De Ketelaere’s brace and a late Romelu Lukaku goal (his 93rd for Belgium) sealed the win.
- The U.S. still hasn’t advanced past the round of 16 since 2002; Belgium now meets Spain in the quarterfinals.
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