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Recap: Belgium knocks out USA 4-1 in World Cup Round of 16 game
By Sanjesh Singh at NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· July 6, 2026
· 1 min read
What to KnowCharles De Ketelaere scored first inside 10 minutes, as he got on the end of a ball that the U.S. should’ve cleared in time. Malik Tillman responded with another free kick before De Ketelaere made it a brace.U.S. goalie Matt Freese made a major error in the 57th minute, leading to an ...
Key takeaway goalie Matt Freese made a major error in the 57th minute, leading to an easy Belgium goal to make it 3-1.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
San Francisco soccer fans are closely watching the US men's national team take on Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16, with the city's diverse community likely to be divided in their support. The matchup has significant implications for the team's chances of advancing to the quarterfinals, where they would face Spain. Locals gathered at sports bars and restaurants throughout the city to catch the game, which kicked off at 5 p.m. PT, a departure from the traditional Sunday or weekend schedule. The US team's performance in the tournament so far has generated excitement among Bay Area residents, who are eager to see how they will fare against a strong Belgian team. With Belgium ranked No. 9 by FIFA and the US at No. 16, the game is expected to be closely contested, and San Francisco fans are on the edge of their seats as they watch the action unfold.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
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What is this story about? What to KnowCharles De Ketelaere scored first inside 10 minutes, as he got on the end of a ball that the U.S. should’ve cleared in time. Malik Tillman responded with another free kick before De Ketelaere made it a brace.U.S. goalie Matt Freese made a major error in the 57th minute, leading to an ...
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