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For The USA, A Rare World Cup Opportunity Knocks vs. Belgium In The Round Of 16

SEATTLE — "Great moments are born from great opportunity." It’s little wonder why USA coach Mauricio Pochettino co-opted one of the most famous quotes in American sports history in the build-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, noted fan of the Miracle on Ice that he has become. Originally, the sentiment applied to the entire tournament. Now, it perfectly encapsulates Monday’s all-or-nothing round of 16 contest here against Belgium. This is the big one. In the last three World Cups the U.S. mens national team participated in, it was eliminated at this stage. But none of those teams was riding the wa...