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De Bruyne and Lukaku on the bench - Belgium's tactical change works wonders, leading the USA 3-1

On July 7, the host USA, which had performed brilliantly in this World Cup, faced the test of the Round of 16, taking on the European Red Devils Belgium at the home stadium in Seattle. Just before the match, an official statement from FIFA shocked the entire football world. In the previous match between the USA and Bosnia, forward Balogun was sent off with a red card by the referee. When everyone thought he would definitely miss the clash with Belgium, FIFA announced a one-year suspension of Balogun's red card ban.

Subsequently, US media revealed that Trump immediately called FIFA President Infantino, which was one of the fundamental reasons for FIFA's decision. Balogun also became the first player since the introduction of red and yellow cards in the 1970 World Cup to play in the next match after being sent off.

The USA and Belgium have faced each other seven times in past major tournaments. Apart from their first meeting in the 1930 World Cup, which the USA won, Belgium has won the subsequent six encounters. Whether they can continue their strong performance this time became the biggest highlight of the match.

Starting Lineups

USA starters: 24-Fritz, 2-Dest, 3-Chris Richards, 5-Robinson, 13-Ream, 16-Alex Freeman, 4-Tyler Adams, 8-McKennie, 17-Malik Tillman, 10-Pulisic, 20-Balogun

Belgium starters: 1-Courtois, 4-Brandon Mechele, 5-De Cuyper, 21-Castañe, 25-Ngoy, 8-Tielemans, 23-Raskin, 24-Amadou Onana, 10-Trossard, 14-Lukebakio, 17-De Ketelaere

Belgium changed their formation in this match, with the "Golden Generation" players Witsel, De Bruyne, and Lukaku all waiting on the bench. Their attacking power was fully activated, like a sleeping lion awakening, and they now lead the USA 3-1. However, the Belgians seem unsatisfied with this, as the coach brought on Lukaku in the second half to continue attacking the US defense. Belgium still holds the initiative on the field.