USA vs Belgium prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, July 7, 2026
In the Round of 16 of the World Cup on July 7, 2026, the national teams of the USA and Belgium will face off. The hosts of the tournament plan to advance further, but their opponent is ambitious as well.
USA vs Belgium: Team News and Expert Analysis
The Americans caused plenty of concern in the run-up to their "home" tournament, both in terms of play and results. However, they got off to a confident start with a 4-1 win over Paraguay. A 2-0 victory over Australia guaranteed a playoff spot — after relaxing, they even lost a shootout to Turkey. Still, even when reduced to ten men for half an hour, the United States calmly defeated Bosnia 2-0.
Belgium qualified for the World Cup without much difficulty — collecting eighteen points in eight qualification matches, they won their group. Things got much tougher at the World Cup itself. They started with two draws, against Egypt and Iran, reaching the playoffs only after a resounding 5-1 win over New Zealand. It looked like their run would end against Senegal. But, trailing 0-2 until the 86th minute, they managed a comeback — Tielemans secured a brace with a penalty in the 120+ minute for a final score of 3-2.
The hosts are averaging 2.3 goals scored per game, but also concede quite a few — about 1.7 per match. The European guests play rather entertaining football: scoring three goals per game on average and conceding 0.8.
Previous Matches: USA vs Belgium
The Americans sensationally won at the 1930 World Cup, 3-0. But after that, Belgium won five times in regulation and extra time, including at the 2014 World Cup.
This pairing is considered nearly even. However, Pulisic & Co. have more advantages — we recommend betting on them with a handicap of "0" (odds – 1.90).
USA vs Belgium: Key Statistics and Trends
- USA have won three of their last four matches
- 70% of USA's matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 4.0
- Belgium have drawn three times in regulation at this tournament
- 60% of Belgium's matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 3.8.
USA vs Belgium: Probable Starting Lineups
USA play in a 1-4-3-3 formation (probable lineup): Friese - Robinson, Ream, Richards, Freeman - Tillman, Adams, McKennie - Pulisic, Weah, Dest. Balogun was sent off in the previous match. McKenzie and Roldan are doubtful.
Belgium play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Courtois - De Keyper, Theate, Mechele, Castagne - Vanaken, Tielemans - Doku, De Bruyne, Trossard – Lukaku. Debast is unlikely to feature.
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