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The U.S. men’s soccer team’s World Cup dream ended in heartbreaking fashion with a 4-1 loss to Belgium, marking their fourth straight exit at the round of 16 — a pattern that’s haunted them for nearly a century. Despite a strong group-stage run, they couldn’t match Belgium’s firepower, and coach Pochettino admitted the team still has miles to go to compete with the world’s best. Players voiced disappointment, while a controversial red card for Balogun — later rescinded after Trump’s intervention — added drama. Though the loss stings, the team’s performance sparked renewed national interest. Now, the focus shifts to rebuilding — and answering the question: Why not them? in four years.

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