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World Cup: Pochettino kicks water bottles as US trails Belgium 2-1 at half
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Key Points:
- Team USA fell behind early in their Round of 16 match against Belgium, conceding a goal within the first 10 minutes by Charles De Ketelaere.
- Malik Tillman equalized for the USMNT in the 31st minute with a deflected shot past Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois.
- Belgium quickly regained the lead two minutes later when De Ketelaere scored again with a header over defender Tim Ream.
- Head coach Mauricio Pochettino showed visible frustration at halftime due to Belgium's offensive dominance, as they outshot the US 5-1 and created multiple big chances.
- The USMNT must improve their performance in the second half if they hope to advance to the quarterfinals and continue their World Cup title aspirations against Spain.
