- The USMNT were knocked out 4-1 by Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16, ending their surprise run.
- Bettors had heavily backed the U.S. all tournament (including a reported $750,000 single bet); sportsbooks enjoyed one of their biggest soccer nights as the public lost.
- With the U.S. and Portugal gone, futures liability eased for books — but big quarterfinal matchups (Spain vs. Belgium, England vs. Norway, France vs. Morocco) should keep interest high.
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