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USMNT's World Cup Dream Ends in Humbling Loss to Belgium | World Cup Round of 16 Reaction & Analysis (Soccer 7/6)
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- Jul 7, 2026
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Summary
The USMNT's 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a disappointing end after a lifeless 4-1 Round of 16 defeat to Belgium. Mauricio Pochettino's side was second best from start to finish, raising serious questions about the team's progress, mentality, and ability to compete with the world's elite. Poppy Miller, Charlie Davies, Tony Meola, and Marcelo Balboa break down what went wrong, from Poch's lineup and in-game decisions to the performances that defined the night. The crew also discuss the lifting of Folarin Balogun's suspension, hand out player ratings, debate who should wear the captain's armband going forward, and ask whether there are any positives to take from the USMNT's 2026 World Cup campaign. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad , @CharlieDavies9 , @TMeola1 For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ Subscribe to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com : https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/