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USA out of World Cup after 4-1 loss to Belgium in Round of 16
By Sanjesh Singh at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· July 6, 2026
· 5 min read
The U.S. men’s national team is out of the World Cup.
Belgium took down the Stars and Stripes 4-1 in the Round of 16 in Seattle on Monday, as the U.S. chose the worst time to have its worst game.
The Red Devils will meet Spain next in the quarterfinals, with all co-hosts now out following ...
Key takeaway Belgium took down the Stars and Stripes 4-1 in the Round of 16 in Seattle on Monday, as the U.
Why this matters in Frisco News
For Frisco residents who packed local watch parties to cheer on the U.S. men's national team, the 4-1 loss to Belgium is a disappointing end to a promising World Cup run. The city's vibrant soccer community, which has grown in recent years with the success of local youth leagues and adult recreational teams, was likely eager to see the Stars and Stripes advance to the quarterfinals. Instead, fans will have to wait another four years to see their team compete on the world stage. The loss also means that local businesses that hosted watch parties and specials for the World Cup will see a decline in foot traffic and sales, which could have a ripple effect on the local economy. As the city looks to the future, it will be interesting to see how the local soccer community responds to the loss and how it will continue to grow and support the sport in Frisco.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? The U.S. men’s national team is out of the World Cup.
Belgium took down the Stars and Stripes 4-1 in the Round of 16 in Seattle on Monday, as the U.S. chose the worst time to have its worst game.
The Red Devils will meet Spain next in the quarterfinals, with all co-hosts now out following ...
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