# USA vs Belgium Preview: Balogun's Suspension Overturned After Trump Pressure, Norway Shocks Brazil, England Ousts Mexico

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Podcast: [The Messi Effect: Daily Soccer Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-messi-effect-the-2026-world-cup-6458829)
Published: 2026-07-06T12:05:50+00:00
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## Resource

The Messi Effect | Episode 33 | Monday, July 6, 2026 USA vs Belgium Round of 16 preview from Lumen Field in Seattle. The full Balogun red card story: his 64th-minute dismissal vs Bosnia, FIFA's stunning reversal of the suspension after political pressure, Belgium's furious reaction accusing FIFA of caving. Plus: Norway stuns Brazil 2-1 (Haaland 90'), England edges Mexico 3-2 (Bellingham scores), and what the USMNT needs to do to advance past Belgium and make history on home soil. Subscribe and follow The Messi Effect for daily 2026 FIFA World Cup coverage. AI was used for news gathering and production assistance. #WorldCup2026 #FIFAWorldCup #MessiEffect #USMNT #USAvsBelgium #Balogun #TrumpFIFA #RoundOf16 #AmericasWorldCup #WorldCupPodcast #Soccer #Football #CalorogaSharkMedia

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