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USMNT vs. Belgium expert predictions, World Cup picks: Balogun's return a huge boost
CBS Sports • • general
Key Points:
- The United States men's national team is one match away from reaching the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time in nearly 25 years, facing a strong Belgium side at Lumen Field in Seattle.
- Folarin Balogun's suspension being lifted is a significant boost for the USMNT, allowing them to maintain their aggressive, attack-minded style and improving their chances against Belgium.
- Key tactical focuses for the US include containing Belgium's dynamic winger Jeremy Doku, maximizing the attacking contributions of Sergino Dest, and maintaining an aggressive approach to keep pressure on Belgium's inconsistent offense.
- Belgium's main threats are Jeremy Doku, Leandro Trossard, and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, all capable of individual brilliance that could determine the game's outcome.
- Analysts largely predict a narrow victory for the USMNT, citing Belgium's inconsistency and the positive impact of Balogun, with scorelines ranging from 2-1 to 3-1 in favor of the United States.
