{"id":15530,"date":"2026-03-30T10:29:58","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T07:29:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/news\/?p=15530"},"modified":"2026-03-30T10:29:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T07:29:59","slug":"belgium-5-2-usa-red-devils-shine-in-dominant-win","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/news\/football-news\/belgium-5-2-usa-red-devils-shine-in-dominant-win\/","title":{"rendered":"Belgium 5-2 USA: Red Devils Shine in Dominant Win"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Belgium delivered a ruthless second-half performance to dismantle the USA 5-2 in an entertaining international friendly, extending their unbeaten run to 10 matches. The Red Devils showed their attacking depth and efficiency, while the USA were left with key lessons ahead of the FIFA World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fast Start but Mixed Fortunes for USA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Playing on home soil, the USA aimed to continue their strong warm-up form. However, it was Belgium who threatened first, with Alexis Saelemaekers firing over early on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Americans responded well and nearly took control, as Weston McKennie forced a brilliant save from Senne Lammens. That pressure paid off when McKennie found himself unmarked in the box, converting Antonee Robinson\u2019s corner to give the hosts a deserved lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Belgium Responds Before Half-Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Despite falling behind, Belgium remained composed. Their attacking quality was evident throughout the first half, with Charles De Ketelaere even seeing a goal ruled out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just before the break, Zeno Debast stepped up with a stunning long-range strike to level the score. That goal shifted momentum and set the tone for what would follow after the interval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second-Half Masterclass from the Red Devils<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The second half belonged entirely to Belgium. After Christian Pulisic missed a clear chance, the visitors capitalised instantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amadou Onana finished clinically from Saelemaekers\u2019 assist to make it 2-1, before De Ketelaere calmly converted from the penalty spot to extend the lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Belgium\u2019s attacking depth then took centre stage. Substitute Dodi Luk\u00e9bakio made an immediate impact, scoring a sensational goal before adding another to seal the victory. His brace highlighted the squad depth that makes Belgium a serious contender heading into the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Late Consolation for USA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The USA managed a late goal through Patrick Agyemang after a defensive error from Youri Tielemans. However, it was only a consolation in what was otherwise a difficult night for Mauricio Pochettino\u2019s side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Notably, this result marked the USA\u2019s first-ever defeat in Georgia, ending a long-standing unbeaten run in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Takeaways from the Match<\/h2>\n\n\n\n