In a series of thrilling knockout matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, England, the United States, and Belgium each secured their spots in the Round of 16. England staged a remarkable comeback in Atlanta, overcoming DR Congo 2-1. The English side, led by captain Harry Kane who netted twice, overturned a deficit to clinch victory. With this win, England is set to face Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium in the next round. The team previously topped their group with victories over Panama and Croatia and a draw with Ghana.
Meanwhile, the United States demonstrated resilience in Santa Clara, where they triumphed 2-0 over Bosnia and Herzegovina. Folarin Balogun opened the scoring for the American team but was later sent off with a red card, leaving his team to see out the match with ten players. Malik Tillman added a second goal with a well-placed free-kick, ensuring the U.S. advanced with a solid defensive performance.
Belgium delivered one of the tournament’s most dramatic narratives, reversing a 2-0 deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 in a gripping encounter in Seattle. Romelu Lukaku and Youri Tielemans were instrumental in forcing the game into extra time with their late goals. Tielemans then secured victory by converting a penalty awarded after a VAR review. This thrilling comeback propels Belgium into a Round of 16 matchup against the United States.
As the tournament progresses, fans are eagerly awaiting the next stage of competition. England’s upcoming clash with Mexico promises to be a high-profile encounter, while Belgium prepares to take on the United States in what is expected to be another highly competitive match. These developments set the stage for an exciting continuation of the World Cup as teams vie for glory on the global stage.