{"id":1389,"date":"2026-07-02T10:26:57","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T10:26:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/todayspredict.com\/blog\/?p=1389"},"modified":"2026-07-02T10:26:57","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T10:26:57","slug":"usa-vs-belgium-prediction-world-cup-2026-round-of-16","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/todayspredict.com\/blog\/2026\/07\/02\/usa-vs-belgium-prediction-world-cup-2026-round-of-16\/","title":{"rendered":"USA vs Belgium Prediction: World Cup 2026 Round of 16"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.375rem] font-bold\">USA vs Belgium: Match Preview<\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>FIFA World Cup 2026 \u00b7 Round of 16<\/strong><br \/>\nLumen Field (Seattle Stadium), Seattle, WA<br \/>\nMonday, 6 July \u00b7 20:00 ET (01:00 BST Tue)<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\">USA vs Belgium \u2014 a quarterfinal place in Seattle on the line, twelve years after Belgium broke American hearts in the same round.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\">Intro<\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\">The United States aim to reach their second-ever FIFA World Cup quarterfinal after the 2026 tournament co-hosts saw off Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32. Standing in the way is a Belgian side that has already shown it has the mentality to drag itself back from the dead. Belgium trailed Senegal 2-0 with under ten minutes remaining before Romelu Lukaku pulled one back in the 86th minute, Youri Tielemans equalized in the 89th, and a Tielemans penalty in the 125th minute \u2014 the latest goal in World Cup history \u2014 sent the Red Devils through. Two contrasting narratives, one winner-takes-all occasion in Seattle.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\">What&#8217;s at Stake<\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>USA<\/strong><br \/>\nIt was just the nation&#8217;s second-ever knockout stage win at a men&#8217;s World Cup, with the only previous victory coming against Mexico in the Round of 16 in 2002 \u2014 a tournament in which the Americans reached the quarterfinals. A win over Belgium would match that best-ever modern World Cup run.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>Belgium<\/strong><br \/>\nRudi Garcia&#8217;s Red Devils, who reached the World Cup semi-finals eight years ago, will return to Seattle on Monday after defeating Senegal with a dramatic Youri Tielemans penalty in the last minute of extra time. A quarterfinal appearance is the minimum expectation for this golden generation&#8217;s swansong.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>The Balogun Blow<\/strong><br \/>\nBalogun is suspended for one game after receiving a straight red card \u2014 he will be a major loss facing Belgium, but that doesn&#8217;t mean Pochettino doesn&#8217;t have options. Ricardo Pepi started two games during the group stage and would be a like-for-like replacement.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\">The Tactical Battlefield<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\">\ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 USA \u2014 Formation: 4-3-3<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Style:<\/strong> High energy, disciplined defensive structure, dangerous on the counter through Pulisic<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Main Threat:<\/strong> Christian Pulisic&#8217;s creativity and movement; Malik Tillman&#8217;s late goal threat from midfield; Weston McKennie&#8217;s box-to-box energy<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Vulnerability:<\/strong> Pochettino now has to replace his focal-point striker for the biggest match of the tournament so far, likely turning to Ricardo Pepi or Haji Wright to lead the line \u2014 a clear step down in finishing quality from Balogun<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Key Duel:<\/strong> McKennie and Tyler Adams vs Belgium&#8217;s midfield trio of Tielemans, Onana and De Bruyne \u2014 the battle for tempo in the middle of the park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\">\ud83c\udde7\ud83c\uddea Belgium \u2014 Formation: 4-3-3<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Style:<\/strong> Possession-heavy, individually brilliant, capable of brutal late moments as Senegal discovered<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Main Threat:<\/strong> Kevin De Bruyne&#8217;s creativity, Doku&#8217;s directness and Lukaku&#8217;s physical presence in the box<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Vulnerability:<\/strong> Statistically, Belgium was extremely lucky to advance \u2014 Senegal generated 3.58 xGF compared to just 1.75 for Belgium, which includes the extra-time penalty \u2014 they have been outplayed for long stretches at this tournament<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Key Duel:<\/strong> Lukaku vs USA&#8217;s centre-back pairing of Chris Richards and Tim Ream \u2014 if Belgium can get Lukaku service early, the USA&#8217;s backline will be severely tested<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\">Five Players to Watch<\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>\ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 Christian Pulisic<\/strong> \u2014 <em>USA&#8217;s most important creative outlet<\/em><br \/>\nWith Balogun suspended, Pulisic steps into an even bigger spotlight. His ability to combine, carry and finish makes him the most likely source of an American goal against De Bruyne and Tielemans&#8217; midfield.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>\ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 Malik Tillman<\/strong> \u2014 <em>Scored the crucial free-kick winner against Bosnia &amp; Herzegovina<\/em><br \/>\nTillman put the outcome to rest with a free kick as pretty as the Bay Area weather \u2014 the midfielder lifted the ball over the wall and into the left side of the net. His late-game composure and set-piece threat make him a genuine X-factor again in Seattle.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>\ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 Ricardo Pepi<\/strong> \u2014 <em>Balogun&#8217;s likely replacement up front<\/em><br \/>\nPepi started two games during the group stage and would be a like-for-like replacement for Balogun. How quickly he settles into the biggest game of his career will define the USA&#8217;s attacking threat all night.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>\ud83c\udde7\ud83c\uddea Kevin De Bruyne<\/strong> \u2014 <em>Belgium&#8217;s heartbeat and biggest game-changer<\/em><br \/>\nDe Bruyne and Lukaku both scored in Belgium&#8217;s 2014 Round of 16 win over the USA and remain central pieces of this Belgian squad twelve years later. Experience and quality at the highest level make him the game&#8217;s most dangerous playmaker.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>\ud83c\udde7\ud83c\uddea Romelu Lukaku<\/strong> \u2014 <em>Scored the crucial 86th-minute comeback goal against Senegal<\/em><br \/>\nProved once again that he delivers when it matters most. Against a USA backline without the comfort of their top goal threat ahead of them, Lukaku&#8217;s physical dominance in the box could be decisive.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\">Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)<\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>\ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 USA<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Opponent<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Score<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Result<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Competition<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Bosnia &amp; Herzegovina<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">2\u20130<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">W<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">WC R32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">T\u00fcrkiye<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">2\u20133<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">L<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">WC Group<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Australia<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">2\u20130<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">W<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">WC Group<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Paraguay<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">4\u20131<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">W<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">WC Group<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Belgium<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">2\u20135<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">L<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Friendly<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>\ud83c\udde7\ud83c\uddea Belgium<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Opponent<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Score<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Result<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Competition<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Senegal<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">3\u20132 AET<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">W<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">WC R32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">New Zealand<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">5\u20131<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">W<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">WC Group<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Egypt<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">1\u20131<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">D<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">WC Group<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Iran<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">0\u20130<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">D<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">WC Group<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">USA<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">5\u20132<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">W<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Friendly<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\">Our Call<\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>USA 1 \u2013 2 Belgium (AET)<\/strong><br \/>\nOdds: USA +155 \u00b7 Draw +250 \u00b7 Belgium +165<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\">This feels like it goes deep. The USA have the crowd, the momentum of a historic knockout win, and enough quality to make Belgium work hard for 90 minutes. But the Balogun suspension is a genuine handicap, and Belgium&#8217;s experience of winning ugly \u2014 combined with De Bruyne and Lukaku&#8217;s ability to produce moments of individual brilliance \u2014 gives them the edge in extra time if not before.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\">Betting Tips<\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>1. Belgium to Win (including AET)<\/strong><br \/>\nThe quality gap becomes more significant without Balogun leading the American line. Belgium&#8217;s big-game experience and De Bruyne&#8217;s ability to manufacture moments out of nothing makes them the value pick at these odds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>2. <a href=\"https:\/\/todayspredict.com\/both-team-to-score-gg-btts\">Both Teams to Score<\/a> \u2014 Yes<\/strong><br \/>\nThe USA allowed just three shots on target and 0.21 xGF over the full 90 minutes against Bosnia and Herzegovina \u2014 one of their best defensive performances in recent memory. Belgium will test that record significantly, and USA&#8217;s counter-attacking threat through Pulisic gives them a route to goal at the other end.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>3. Match Goes to Extra Time<\/strong><br \/>\nBoth sides have shown they can grind out tight results under pressure. With the stakes this high and Belgium&#8217;s tendency to sit back and absorb, 90 minutes may not be enough to separate them \u2014 making extra time a strong live angle.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>4. Kevin De Bruyne to Score or Assist<\/strong><br \/>\nBelgium&#8217;s attacks consistently flow through De Bruyne, and with the USA pressing high, the space behind their midfield line could be exactly where he does his best damage.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>5. Christian Pulisic to Score Anytime<\/strong><br \/>\nThe USA&#8217;s most creative threat and the player most likely to carry the attacking burden left by Balogun&#8217;s absence. If the USA are going to spring a home upset, Pulisic landing the crucial goal is the most probable route.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>Build a Bet Suggestion:<\/strong> Belgium to Win &amp; Both Teams to Score &amp; Pulisic to Score Anytime \u2014 a combo that backs the predicted Belgian win while capturing value on the USA&#8217;s most likely attacking source and the open, back-and-forth nature of this fixture.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><em>Odds sourced from FanDuel Sportsbook as of July 1, 2026. Always check the latest prices with your bookmaker before placing a bet, and gamble responsibly.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\">Stats Comparison<\/h3>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Stat<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">\ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 USA<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">\ud83c\udde7\ud83c\uddea Belgium<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Tournament Record<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">W4 L1<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">W2 D2 W1 AET<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Goals Scored<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">11<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Goals Conceded<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">4<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Top Scorer<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Balogun 3 (suspended)<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Lukaku \/ Tielemans<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">xGF vs Last Opponent<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u2014<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">1.75 (vs Senegal)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\">Predicted Line-ups (4-3-3)<\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><em>Based on squads named and recent selections. Subject to late changes.<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>\ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 USA<\/strong> \u2014 Coach: Mauricio Pochettino<br \/>\nGK: M. Freese<br \/>\nRB: S. Dest \u00b7 CB: C. Richards \u00b7 CB: T. Ream (C) \u00b7 LB: A. Robinson<br \/>\nCM: T. Adams \u00b7 CM: W. McKennie \u00b7 CM: M. Tillman<br \/>\nRW: C. Pulisic \u00b7 ST: R. Pepi \u00b7 LW: T. Weah \/ Y. Musah<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"><strong>\ud83c\udde7\ud83c\uddea Belgium<\/strong> \u2014 Coach: Rudi Garcia<br \/>\nGK: T. Courtois<br \/>\nRB: T. Meunier \u00b7 CB: A. Theate \u00b7 CB: B. Mechele \u00b7 LB: T. Castagne<br \/>\nCM: A. Onana \u00b7 CM: Y. Tielemans \u00b7 AM: K. De Bruyne<br \/>\nRW: J. Doku \u00b7 ST: R. Lukaku \u00b7 LW: L. 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