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Belgium national football team
World Cup | Round of 16
Jul 1, 2014 at 9pm UK
 
USA national football team

2-1

De Bruyne (93'), Lukaku (105')
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Green (107')
Reaction
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Belgium's Eden Hazard "not afraid" of facing Argentina star Lionel Messi
Eden Hazard insists that Belgium are "not afraid" of Lionel Messi ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Argentina.
Jul 3, 11:22
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Landon Donovan criticises USA's tactical approach
USA veteran Landon Donovan criticises manager Jurgen Klinsmann's tactical approach against Belgium which led to the team's World Cup exit.
Jul 3, 06:46
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Romelu Lukaku "almost cried" after scoring for Belgium
Belgium and Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku admits that he "almost cried" after scoring in the World Cup.
Jul 2, 17:52
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Political activist invades pitch during Belgium's win over USA at World Cup
A political activist sends a message to the Brazilian government after invading the pitch during Belgium's win over the USA.
Jul 2, 14:11
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United States fans want airport renamed after Tim Howard
A group of USA fans start a White House petition to rename an American airport after Tim Howard following the goalkeeper's record-breaking display at the World Cup.
Jul 2, 13:03
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Hollywood stars tweet support as USA crash out of World Cup
Tom Hanks and Justin Timberlake are among a number of Hollywood stars tweeting their support for the USA team following their World Cup exit.
Jul 2, 12:29
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Tim Howard: 'Romelu Lukaku made the difference'
USA goalkeeper Tim Howard says that Romelu Lukaku made the difference in his side's World Cup defeat against Belgium.
Jul 2, 01:38
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Marc Wilmots: 'Belgium deserved victory against the USA'
Belgium manager Marc Wilmots says that his side deserved to win their World Cup last-16 match against the USA.
Jul 2, 01:24
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Jurgen Klinsmann lauds "phenomenal" Tim Howard
Jurgen Klinsmann says that Tim Howard was "phenomenal" during the USA's World Cup defeat against Belgium.
Jul 2, 01:06
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Jurgen Klinsmann: 'USA gave everything'
USA manager Jurgen Klinsmann pays tribute to his players following their World Cup defeat against Belgium.
Jul 2, 00:39

The Match

Player Ratings

Sports Mole assesses who impressed during Belgium's 2-1 victory over USA at the World Cup finals.

Analysis

Sports Mole analyses the World Cup match between Belgium and USA.

Match Report

Belgium book their spot in the quarter-finals of the World Cup after scoring twice in extra time to knock out the USA in Salvador.

Live Commentary

Sports Mole brings you live coverage of the match between Belgium and USA in the second round of the World Cup finals in Brazil.

HT Report

USA and Belgium cancel each other out and serve up a goalless half-time draw in their World Cup last-16 encounter in Salvador.

Team News

Eden Hazard and Vincent Kompany are two of six changes made by Belgium for the World Cup last-16 clash with USA.

Preview

Sports Mole previews Belgium's showdown with the USA in the last 16 of the World Cup.

Head to Head
May 30, 2013 1am
Jul 13, 1930 6pm
Group Stage
USA
3-0
Belgium
McGhee (23'), Florie (45'), Patenaude (69')
Build-up
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Daniel Van Buyten calls for Belgium focus
Veteran Belgium defender Daniel Van Buyten urges his teammates to stay focused ahead of their second-round clash with the USA at the World Cup.
Jul 1, 13:20
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Belgium's Thomas Vermaelen ruled out of USA last-16 World Cup clash
Thomas Vermaelen is ruled out of Belgium's last-16 clash against the USA at the World Cup in Brazil due to a hamstring strain.
Jul 1, 06:25
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Jurgen Klinsmann questions Belgium referee selection
Jurgen Klinsmann questions FIFA's decision to select Algerian referee Djamel Haimoudi for tomorrow night's meeting between USA and Belgium.
Jun 30, 22:22
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Kevin Mirallas looking to make World Cup history with Belgium
Belgium winger Kevin Mirallas hopes that his side can 'continue to make history' when they face USA in the last 16 of the World Cup.
Jun 30, 21:10
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Eden Hazard: 'My best is yet to come at World Cup'
Eden Hazard declares that his best is yet to come at the 2014 World Cup as Belgium prepare to take on USA in the last 16.
Jun 30, 20:58
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USA striker Jozy Altidore "ready" for Belgium match
Jozy Altidore returns to full fitness and is "ready" to play for the USA in tomorrow's World Cup last-16 match against Belgium.
Jun 30, 18:30
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Belgium's Marouane Fellaini doubtful for USA clash
A thigh problem may rule Marouane Fellaini out of Belgium's encounter against the USA tomorrow.
Jun 30, 16:34
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Dries Mertens "surprised" by USA
Belgium's Dries Mertens concedes that the USA have "surprised" him ahead of their World Cup meeting tomorrow.
Jun 30, 15:30
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Steven Defour to serve one-match ban
FIFA inform Belgium midfielder Steven Defour that he will only serve a one-game suspension following his red card against South Korea.
Jun 30, 15:12
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USA's Tim Howard backs Belgium's Romelu Lukaku to recapture goalscoring form
USA goalkeeper Tim Howard expects Romelu Lukaku to begin firing for Belgium after failing to score during the group phase at the World Cup.
Jun 30, 06:57
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Marc Wilmots waiting for Eden Hazard arrival
Marc Wilmots admits that he is waiting for Eden Hazard to replicate his Chelsea displays for Belgium in the World Cup.
Jun 30, 01:51
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Daniel van Buyten unimpressed by 'overrated' Klinsmann
Daniel van Buyten says that he is not impressed with Jurgen Klinsmann as a coach ahead of Belgium's World Cup clash with USA.
Jun 30, 01:16
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Kevin Mirallas keen to exploit Tim Howard weakness
Kevin Mirallas intends to use his knowledge of Everton teammate Tim Howard to his advantage ahead of Belgium's World Cup clash with USA on Tuesday.
Jun 29, 23:15
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Jurgen Klinsmann confident of USA victory over Belgium
USA coach Jurgen Klinsmann believes that his team is capable of beating Belgium and reaching the quarter-finals of the World Cup.
Jun 29, 13:03
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Belgium coach Marc Wilmots: 'USA match will be a war'
Belgium coach Marc Wilmots is expecting a highly physical encounter against the USA.
Jun 28, 23:43
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Jermaine Jones to play despite broken nose
The USA confirm that midfielder Jermaine Jones will be available to play against Germany despite suffering a broken nose in the group stages.
Jun 27, 21:32
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Belgium unsure of Vincent Kompany fitness
Belgium coach Marc Wilmots admits that he does not know whether captain Vincent Kompany will be fit to face USA at the World Cup.
Jun 27, 20:04
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Jurgen Klinsmann 'optimistic' over Jozy Altidore return
USA manager Jurgen Klinsmann reveals that he is optimistic Jozy Altidore can return from injury against Belgium.
Jun 27, 18:57
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