Live updates: USA facing Belgium in World Cup Round of 16 game

A spot in the quarterfinals vs. Spain is on the line for the victor.

by · 5 NBCDFW

What to Know

  • The U.S. men's national team is taking on Belgium in the Round of 16 Monday for a spot in the quarterfinals vs. Spain.
  • Kickoff time from Seattle is set for 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, forming a new style of "Monday Night Football."
  • Folarin Balogun's availability has become the main talking point of the game, as his one-game red-card ban was suspended for the clash.
  • Belgium attempted to seek more clarity on the controversial ruling, though FIFA dismissed its federation. It could lead to a heated atmosphere on the pitch.
  • Belgium is ranked No. 9 by FIFA coming into the game, while the U.S. trails at No. 16.
  • The U.S. topped Group D and eliminated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the Round of 32 despite being down a man for most of the second half.
  • Belgium topped Group G thanks to a 5-1 rout of New Zealand in the finale before knocking out Senegal 3-2 in the Round of 32. Romelu Lukaku, Youri Tielemans and Leandro Trossard were key.

The U.S. men's national team is facing Belgium in the Round of 16 Monday. Follow for live updates: