The UMSNT continue their history-making World Cup campaign tonight in the Round of 16.
They’ll face Belgium in what’s come to be a contentious matchup.
In the United States’ Round of 32 match against Bosnia-Herzegovina, Folarin Balogun received a red card making him ineligible for today’s match. However, in a shocking twist, FIFA rescinded the red card so Balogun is available to play tonight.
United States vs. Belgium: what to know
- What: FIFA World Cup 2026, Round of 16
- When: July 6, 8 p.m. ET
- Where: Lumen Field (Seattle, Washington)
- Channel: FOX (English); Telemundo (Spanish)
- Streaming: DIRECTV (try it free)
Balogun’s one-game suspension could not be appealed according to FIFA’s own regulations, FIFA officials cited Article 27 of its disciplinary code when overturning the red card; it’s the same precedent used to defer Cristiano Ronaldo’s suspension in the fall so he wouldn’t miss games at this World Cup.
The Royal Belgian Football Association attempted to appeal the decision, but FIFA rendered the appeal inadmissible as they are “not a party to the proceedings.”
Additionally, President Trump confirmed he called FIFA president Gianni Infantino to discuss the red card.
The winner of today’s match will move on to the quarterfinals to face the winner of Portugal vs. Spain on July 10. For the USMNT, a win tonight would put them in just their second World Cup quarterfinal ever.
Here’s everything you need to know about the United States vs. Belgium Round of 16 match at the 2026 World Cup.
United States vs. Belgium match time
Today’s (July 6) United States vs. Belgium Round of 16 match is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. ET.
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USMNT World Cup results
| Opponent | Result |
|---|---|
| Paraguay (World Cup – Group D) | USA 4, Paraguay 1 |
| Australia (World Cup – Group D) | USA 2, Australia 0 |
| Turkey (World Cup – Group D) | Turkey 3, USA 2 |
| Bosnia-Herzegovina (World Cup – Round of 32) | USA 2, Bosnia-Herzegovina 0 |
Belgium World Cup results
| Opponent | Result |
|---|---|
| Egypt (World Cup – Group G) | 1-1 draw |
| Iran (World Cup – Group G) | 0-0 draw |
| New Zealand (World Cup – Group G) | Belgium 5, New Zealand 0 |
| Senegal (World Cup – Round of 32) | Belgium 3, Senegal 1 |
United States World Cup roster
Goalkeepers:
- Matt Turner
- Matt Freese
- Chris Brady
Defenders:
- Sergiño Dest
- Chris Richards
- Antonee Robinson
- Auston Trusty
- Miles Robinson
- Tim Ream (captain)
- Alex Freeman
- Mark McKenzie
- Joe Scally
Midfielders:
- Tyler Adams
- Giovanni Reyna
- Weston McKennie
- Christian Pulisic
- Brenden Aaronson
- Sebastian Berhalter
- Cristian Roldan
- Malik Tillman
- Max Arfsten
Forwards:
- Ricardo Pepi
- Haji Wright
- Folarin Balogun
- Timothy Weah
- Alejandro Zendejas
Belgium World Cup roster
Goalkeepers:
- Thibaut Courtois
- Senne Lammens
- Mike Penders
Defenders:
- Zeno Debast
- Arthur Theate
- Brandon Mechele
- Maxim De Cuyper
- Axel Witsel
- Thomas Meunier
- Koni De Winter
- Joaquin Seys
- Timothy Castagne
- Nathan Ngoy
Midfielders:
- Kevin De Bruyne
- Youri Tielemans (captain)
- Hans Vanaken
- Nicolas Raskin
- Amadou Onana
Forwards:
- Romelu Lukaku
- Leandro Trossard
- Jérémy Doku
- Dodi Lukébakio
- Charles De Ketelaere
- Diego Moreira
- Alexis Saelemaekers
- Matias Fernandez-Pardo
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