The USA have made the most of their home advantage at the World Cup but they face their toughest test to date in Seattle on Monday when they take on Belgium in the last 16.
The co-hosts overcame Bosnia 2-0 in their first knockout tie despite being reduced to 10 men midway through the second half.
Star forward Folarin Balogun was shown a straight red card for a foul on Bosnia-Herzegovina defender Tarik Muharemovic. Balogun was expected to miss this game due to suspension, but his one-game ban was controversially suspended, meaning he will be available to start.
Belgium have endured a mixed tournament, drawing against both Iran and Egypt in the group stage before beating New Zealand 5-1.
The Red Devils appeared to be heading home in their last-32 tie with Senegal as they trailed 2-0 going into the final five minutes, only to complete a remarkable comeback as they went on to win 3-2 in extra time.
USA v Belgium Tips Summary
Best Bet - USA to win @ 6/4
Alternative Bet - Folarin Balogun anytime goalscorer @ 5/4
Bet Builder - Malik Tillman 1+ shots on target, Youri Tielemans 1+ shots on target, Brandon Mechele to commit 2+ fouls @ 17/2
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USA v Belgium Prediction
Best Bet - USA to win @ 6/4
Belgium have a talented squad but just haven’t clicked at this tournament. There is a chance that their comeback win over Senegal could provide the spark they have so desperately needed to hit form, but on balance, the USA have looked the far better team in this tournament.
The Stars and Stripes have improved with each performance and the only blemish on their record is a defeat to Turkey in their final group game.
That clash came when the USA had already confirmed their place as group winners and boss Mauricio Pochettino changed virtually his entire team.
Home advantage has been huge for the USA at this tournament and all their big names have stepped up, with the likes of Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, Malik Tillman, veteran Tim Ream, rising star Alex Freeman and Balogun all enjoying strong tournaments.
Belgium have an ageing squad, and there have been times when fatigue has looked an issue, whereas the USA are a more athletic group, which gives them a crucial edge in this clash.
The USMNT appear to have all the tools they need to win this game inside 90 minutes.
Alternative Bet - Folarin Balogun anytime goalscorer @ 5/4
Losing Balogun to suspension would have been a huge blow to the USA and, after his unlikely reprieve, it would be no surprise to see him add to his World Cup haul against the Belgians.
Before his dismissal, Balogun scored against Bosnia to take his total to three goals in as many games at the tournament.
The 25-year-old came into the competition after a stellar season with Monaco, scoring 19 goals across all competitions, and he looks the standout candidate for an anytime goal.
USA v Belgium Bet Builder Tip
Malik Tillman 1+ shots on target
Youri Tielemans 1+ shots on target
Brandon Mechele to commit 2+ fouls
Pays 17/2
Tillman is averaging 1.8 shots per game and has been fairly accurate, with just under half of his attempts recorded as on target. Tillman had two shots and scored against Bosnia.
Belgium midfielder Youri Tielemans had four shots and scored twice against Senegal, including a tie-winning penalty in injury time of extra time.
Tielemans should be on spot kick duties for his side again on Monday and he can at least record one shot on target.
Veteran Belgium defender Brandon Mechele has committed more than one foul in three of his four games at the World Cup and he stands out as a contender to commit at least two fouls at Lumen Field.
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Key Match Stats
The USA have four wins in their last six games
Belgium are unbeaten in 17 but have three draws in normal time in their last four games
The USA have won all seven of their previous games played at Lumen Field
Both teams have scored in five of Belgium’s last eight games
Folarin Balogun has scored three goals at the World Cup
Brandon Mechele has committed one or more fouls in three of his four games at the World Cup
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