USA vs Belgium Kick-off in Nepal Time, World Cup Round of 16 Match Team News, Prediction

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 16 continues with an exciting clash between the United States and Belgium. The Americans will look to take advantage of home support in Seattle, while Belgium aim to continue their impressive run and book a place in the quarter-finals.

Match Details

This highly anticipated Round of 16 encounter will be played at Seattle Field (Lumen Field) in Seattle, Washington, with the winner advancing to the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals.

Tournament Stage: FIFA World Cup 2026 – Round of 16

Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Venue: Seattle Field (Lumen Field), Seattle, Washington, USA

Kick-off Time Across South Asia

Football fans across South Asia can watch the match at the following times:

• Nepal Time (NPT): 5:45 AM, Tuesday, July 7, 2026
• India Time (IST): 5:30 AM, Tuesday, July 7, 2026
• Bangladesh Time (BST): 6:00 AM, Tuesday, July 7, 2026
• Bhutan Time (BTT): 5:45 AM, Tuesday, July 7, 2026
• Sri Lanka Time (SLST): 5:30 AM, Tuesday, July 7, 2026
• Pakistan Time (PKT): 5:00 AM, Tuesday, July 7, 2026
• Afghanistan Time (AFT): 4:30 AM, Tuesday, July 7, 2026
• Maldives Time (MVT): 4:30 AM, Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Team News

United States

The United States reached the Round of 16 after defeating Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the previous round. Playing on home soil, the USMNT will once again rely on its energetic attack and disciplined midfield. Christian Pulisic is expected to lead the team alongside Folarin Balogun and Weston McKennie as the hosts chase a place in the last eight.

Belgium

Belgium advanced after a thrilling 3-2 victory over Senegal in the Round of 32. The Red Devils possess one of the tournament’s most experienced squads, with Kevin De Bruyne expected to dictate play in midfield while Jérémy Doku and Loïs Openda provide pace and attacking threat.

Road to the Round of 16

• United States: Defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the Round of 32.
• Belgium: Defeated Senegal 3-2 in the Round of 32.

The winner of this match will advance to the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Prediction

The United States will enjoy passionate home support in Seattle, but Belgium’s experience in major international tournaments could prove decisive. Expect a closely contested match with plenty of attacking quality from both sides.

Predicted Score: Belgium 2-1 USA

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