Event Brief
Belgium beats U.S. 4-1 after Balogun controversy
Filed: Jul 07, 2026 at 4:00 AM ET
Summary: The U.S. lost 4-1 to Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16 amid controversy over Balogun’s red card.
WHO: Belgium and the U.S.
WHAT: Belgium defeated the U.S. 4-1 in the World Cup Round of 16 after a Balogun red-card controversy.
WHEN: Jul 06, 2026 at 10:45 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The match was blemished by the suspension of Folarin Balogun’s red card.
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