USMNT suffered a 5-2 defeat at the hands of Belgium in a friendly match on Saturday. The team, coached by Mauricio Pochettino, started strong but was overwhelmed in the second half.

What happened?

The match began with the USMNT taking the lead in the 39th minute through Weston McKennie. However, Belgium equalized before halftime with a powerful shot from Zeno Debast.

Why it matters for USMNT

The second half saw Belgium dominate, with goals from Amadou Onana, Charles De Ketelaere, and two from Dodi Lukebakio. The USMNT pulled one back through Patrick Agyemang but couldn't change the outcome.

What comes next?

This friendly is part of the USMNT's preparation for the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The result serves as a warning for the USMNT, highlighting their struggles against top European teams. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | Score | 5-2 | | Date | Saturday, 28 | | Opponent | Belgium