Belgium sent the United States packing from its own World Cup on July 6, dismantling the co-hosts 4-1 in a Round of 16 match at Seattle’s Lumen Field.
The match itself was clinical. Charles De Ketelaere bagged a brace, Hans Vanaken added another, and Romelu Lukaku piled on to make it four. Malik Tillman grabbed a consolation goal for the US, but by that point, the result was well beyond doubt. Belgium now advances to face Spain in the quarterfinals.
Prediction markets had a field day
Platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi saw millions in transaction volume tied to the US-Belgium match. Bettors weren’t just wagering on the final score, either. Side markets popped up around player eligibility questions, including speculation about forward Folarin Balogun’s status.
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