On Monday, co-hosts USA will strive to reach the quarterfinals of a World Cup for only the second time as it takes on Belgium in a match already mired in controversy before a ball has even been kicked...

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JULY 06: Charles De Ketelaere #17 of Belgium competes for the ball against Matt Freese #24 of the United States during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and B...

The Stars and Stripes are heading into this match with a fierce win on their backs.