Round of 16

USA 1 - 4 Belgium

Belgium advance

Monday, July 6 · 8:00 PM GMT-4

Pre-match Briefing

Match outlook

Belgium has the edge

81% model edge before kickoff.

Expected score: 0-2

The United States face a daunting Round of 16 test against a star-studded Belgium side that our model rates as overwhelming 81 percent favorites.

Game script

The model points to a tighter game where the first goal may reshape everything.

Key battle

Belgium's attacking rhythm against USA's defensive shape is the matchup to watch.

What to watch

Watch the opening 20 minutes: pressing, tempo, and early shots should tell us who is settling faster.

Stars to watch

USA

Christian PulisicWeston McKennieGio Reyna

Belgium

Kevin De BruyneRomelu LukakuJeremy Doku

Lineups are confirmed closer to kickoff; this list highlights notable players fans may be watching.

Who wins?

Make your pick after reading the preview.

Model probability

Expected goals: 0.4 – 2.3Most likely score (AI predicted): 0–2

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