USA 1-4 Belgium: Romelu Lukaku scores as co-hosts exit World Cup
Belgium defeated the United States 4-1 in the FIFA World Cup, eliminating the co-hosts from the tournament. Despite a goal from the US, Belgium dominated the match with two goals from Charles de Ketelaere and late strikes from Hans Vanaken and Romelu Lukaku.
Why it matters
The elimination of the US team marks the end of the final co-host's run in the tournament, significantly impacting the local interest in the remaining matches.
Figure caption, Belgium make light work of USA to set up quarter-final tie with Spain
The report provides a factual summary of the match events and scores without editorializing.
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