USA vs Belgium: World Cup 1/8 Final Preview

USA face Belgium at Lumen Field on 7 July 2026 in a World Cup 1/8 final, with both group winners carrying strong form from the group stage. USA topped Group D with 6 points and a +4 goal difference, while Belgium led Group G with 5 points and a +4 goal difference.

Absentees

For USA, three absentees are confirmed. M. McKenzie (Bruised Foot) is sidelined. C. Roldan (Muscle Bruise) is sidelined. The biggest concern is in attack: F. Balogun (Red Card) is sidelined. Balogun has been a major blow to lose, having scored 3 goals in 3 appearances with 8 shots and a 7.23 average rating, leading the USA attack so far.

Belgium have one confirmed absence. Z. Debast (Leg Injury) is sidelined, reducing their depth in central defense but without affecting their primary attacking options listed in the current stats.

Attacking Output

From an attacking-output perspective, USA lose their most prolific finisher in Balogun, removing 3 of their 8 group-stage goals and a key penalty-box presence. Belgium, by contrast, arrive with their full forward line available, giving them a potential edge in firepower despite the defensive setback of Debast’s injury.