The United States advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals after defeating Belgium in a tense Round of 16 clash at Lumen Field, with the match going all the way to extra time.

The two sides could not be separated across 90 minutes of competitive football, forcing the additional period that ultimately settled the tie in favour of the hosts.

The match, played on the night of Monday 6 July 2026, was one of the most anticipated fixtures of the knockout stage, with Belgium arriving as one of Europe's seasoned contenders and USA carrying the momentum of a home crowd behind them.

Lumen Field delivers a knockout atmosphere

The venue, Lumen Field, provided a fitting stage for a last-16 encounter of this magnitude, with fans creating an electric atmosphere throughout the contest.

Belgium's campaign now comes to an end, as the Red Devils fall short of the final eight despite pushing USA to the limit across 120 minutes of football.

The United States will now look ahead to the quarter-final stage, where they will carry the hopes of a nation and a raucous home support as the tournament continues on home soil.