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USA Eliminated by Belgium in Controversial World Cup 2026 Match; FIFA Faces Backlash

USA eliminated by Belgium in Seattle amid Balogun red card controversy. Portugal also out as Ronaldo's final World Cup ends. Last 16 concludes with Argentina vs Egypt and Switzerland vs Colombia.

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USA fans at the Fifa fan zone on the National Mall in Washington DC as their team lose 4-1 to Belgium

USA Eliminated Amid Controversy

USA, one of the co-hosts of the World Cup 2026, have been eliminated following a match in Seattle. The team insists that the red card issued to Folarin Balogun, which has sparked significant controversy, was influenced by external factors linked to Donald Trump.

Portugal's Exit and Ronaldo's Farewell

Portugal has also been knocked out of the tournament. This marks the end of the World Cup journey for the 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo, concluding his final appearance in the competition on a disappointing note.

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Upcoming Matches and Tournament Progress

The remaining last 16 matches, Argentina versus Egypt and Switzerland versus Colombia, are set to conclude the round. These games will determine the eight teams advancing towards the final scheduled for 19 July, barring any unforeseen political interventions.

Reflection on the Tournament

What does this all mean? Let’s talk about soccer, association football, and the ongoing developments in the World Cup.

This article was sourced from theguardian

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