World Cup Round of 16
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"After Sunday saw
England knock out Mexico and Norway eliminate Brazil, Monday brings two more heavyweight matchups in the
World CupRound of 16, starting with an Iberian showdown between
Spain and
Portugal.
Spain enters looking like one of the tournament's most complete teams after
a 3-0 win over Austria, with zero goals conceded through four matches and
Lamine Yamal rounding into form. Portugal has survived on moments more than dominance, needing a late winner and
a dramatic VAR reprieve to get past Croatia.
Then comes the U.S. against Belgium in Seattle, with the USMNT chasing its first World Cup quarterfinal berth since 2002. The Americans got a major boost Sunday when FIFA rescinded Folarin Balogun's one-game suspension, making their leading scorer available after his controversial red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Belgium, meanwhile, arrives after
a wild escape against Senegal
and with plenty to prove."
Written by: Yahoo Sports Staff
