Win or go home. USA and Belgium clash in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup on 07/07 (Tuesday) at Lumen Field, 01:00 UK time.
With so much on the line, the prediction below highlights the strongest bet for this elimination tie.
Read our USA vs Belgium prediction before staking your money.
USA vs Belgium prediction for the 2026 World Cup
It is do or die. That is exactly why the prediction below zeroes in on the strongest bet for this knockout World Cup tie.
Here is our pick:
BTTS - Yes
Who are the favourites?
Based on the leading UK-licensed bookmakers, Belgium is tipped to come out on top, with 34% of the odds leaning towards their win.
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USA vs Belgium head-to-head record
These two nations have met only a handful of times of late — 2 match(es) in all, which only adds to the unpredictability of this 2026 World Cup tie.
USA: 0 win(s)
Belgium: 2 win(s)
Draws: 0
USA at the 2026 World Cup
USA arrive having already played 4 match(es) at the 2026 World Cup. Here is the record for EUA National Team:
At the World Cup:
3 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 loss(es)
2.25 point(s) per game on average
10 goals scored at the World Cup (2.5 per game)
4 goals conceded at the World Cup (1 per game)
EUA National Team in 2026
4 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 4 loss(es) in all competitions
Leading scorer: Folarin Balogun with 3 goal(s)
Most assists: Ricardo Pepi with 2
Belgium at the 2026 World Cup
Belgium go into this tie with 4 match(es) already behind them at the 2026 World Cup.
Here is what Belgium National Team have managed so far:
At the World Cup
2 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 0 loss(es)
2 point(s) per game on average
9 goals scored at the World Cup (2.25 per game)
4 goals conceded at the World Cup (1 per game)
Belgium National Team in 2026
10 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 0 loss(es) in all competitions
Leading scorer: Kevin De Bruyne with 6 goal(s)
Most assists: Alexis Saelemaekers with 4
USA vs Belgium statistics at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Before you stake anything, look over the side-by-side comparison that sheds light on each nation's current form for this World Cup tie:
USA
International - World Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L W W L |
1.8 |
| Home | W W W L W |
2.4 |
| Away | L |
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 75% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.5 | 3 | 5 |
| Scored | 2.5 | 2.67 | 2 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0.33 | 3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 33% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 50% | 67% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
|
xG
|
1.56 | 1.43 | 1.92 |
|
xGA
|
0.93 | 0.87 | 1.12 |
Belgium
International - World Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W D D W |
2.2 |
| Home | W D D W W |
2.2 |
| Away | W W D W D |
2.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 33% | 100% |
| Goals | 3.25 | 2.33 | 6 |
| Scored | 2.25 | 1.33 | 5 |
| Conceded | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 75% | 67% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 33% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 100% | 0% | 100% |
|
xG
|
2.43 | 2.11 | 3.39 |
|
xGA
|
1.25 | 1.42 | 0.76 |
USA vs Belgium probable lineups
See the likely starting elevens below for our USA vs Belgium prediction at the 2026 World Cup.
The lineups will be available close to the kickoff time.
How to watch USA vs Belgium live in the UK
Find out below where you can catch USA vs Belgium live during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Just remember, kick-off is at 01:00 UK time.
For the full schedule, check our our World Cup live streaming page.
More betting tips for this match
Alongside the main tip given at the top of this article, here are some other strong bets for USA vs Belgium:
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Match details: USA vs Belgium
🆚 Fixture USA vs Belgium
🏆 Tournament 2026 FIFA World Cup
📅 Date Tuesday, 07/07/2026
🕐 Kick-off 01:00 UK time
🏟️ Venue Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Avenue South
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