Belgium Eyes Spain Quarterfinal After Dominating US in World Cup
Belgium is shifting focus from their "gleeful" World Cup victory over the United States to their upcoming quarterfinal match against Spain. After a 4-1 win against the US in Seattle, the Belgian team trained in the Los Angeles area, with…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 10, 2026 —
Following a decisive 4-1 victory over the United States in Seattle, the Belgian national soccer team is now concentrating its efforts on an upcoming quarterfinal showdown against Spain. The team has been training in the Los Angeles area as they prepare for this critical match.
Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has conveyed a sense of confidence within the squad, attributing it to their recent performances in the tournament. “We have gained significant momentum and belief from our games so far,” Courtois stated, though the exact timing of this statement was not provided.
The Belgian team’s celebration after their win against the United States included a dance, reportedly inspired by a popular viral trend. This moment of levity occurred shortly after a contentious red card incident involving a player from the United States was reviewed and subsequently overturned.
Belgium is set to face Spain, a team that has remained undefeated throughout the competition, in the quarterfinals. The match is scheduled to take place on Friday.
Details regarding the specific date of the World Cup, the location of the training facilities, and the exact venue for the quarterfinal match were not provided in the summary.
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