USA vs Belgium

USA vs Belgium, a last-16 tie loaded with goals and history The Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup pits the United States against Belgium, at Lumen Field in Seattle, in a rerun of a clash that has already marked the two countries' recent history. The USA, co-organisers, got past Bosnia with a clear 2-0 in the Round of 32, confirming their solidity. Belgium, by contrast, produced a stunning comeback against Senegal: 2-0 down, the Red Devils turned it all around late through Lukaku on 86, Tielemans on 89 and Tielemans again from the spot in stoppage time, for a 3-2 win. The tip under review concerns a game with at least two goals. Two sides that know how to strike The United States arrive with a young, dynamic, confident side, able to score consistently, as shown from the 4-1 over Paraguay onward, and backed by their crowd. Belgium have widespread quality and notable attacking potential, led by De Bruyne and Lukaku, and have just shown they can turn games around through their attacking strength. Both, though, have also shown imperfect defences, a mix that tends to fuel games with goals. The final lineups remain to be confirmed close to kick-off. A precedent that went down in history The United States and Belgium met in a memorable game, at the 2014 World Cup round of 16, won by the Red Devils after extra time at the end of an intense battle. It is a precedent of great emotional value, adding intrigue to an already keenly felt tie. More than the history, though, the current attacking profiles of the two sides matter. The verdict: goals are in the air The at-least-two-goals line has plenty going for it. The United States have shown a good scoring streak and Belgium, with De Bruyne and Lukaku, always have the chance to strike, as shown in the comeback over Senegal; add not-watertight defences on both sides. When two sides with this attacking potential meet, the score tends to move. I'd put the chance of at least two goals around 74%. The main risk is a more tactical game than expected, with one or the other side ready to sit deep in a single-elimination context. On balance, though, the attacking quality on the pitch makes a game with goals the most plausible scenario. The confidence is fair.