The highly anticipated match between the United States and Belgium in the World Cup quarter-finals is scheduled for Monday, July 6, at 5 PM local time at Lumen Field in Seattle. Both teams are looking to capitalize on their previous performances as they face off in a crucial knockout stage.
USA's Path to the Quarter-Finals
Co-hosts the United States have shown remarkable determination throughout the tournament. They kicked off their campaign with a dominant 4-1 victory over Paraguay. Coach Mauricio Pochettino has led the team to score consistently, netting two goals in each of their matches. Their only setback came against Turkiye, but they had already secured their top position in the group.
A key moment for the USA is the suspension of Folarin Balogun's red card, which has been lifted, allowing him to play in this critical game. This decision has sparked some debate, given the contentious nature of his sending off in the previous round against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Belgium's Challenging Journey
On the other hand, Belgium has had a more tumultuous path to the quarter-finals. They began their campaign with a fortunate draw against Egypt, benefiting from an own goal. The team then faced a goalless draw with Iran before bouncing back with a convincing 5-1 win over New Zealand to top their group.
