USMNT crash out of World Cup after 4-1 round-of-16 thrashing by Belgium

The US men's national team was knocked out of the World Cup in the round of 16, losing 4-1 to Belgium in what was described as a lifeless and deeply disappointing performance. The result raises serious questions about the team's mentality and development on the world stage, particularly painful as the USA is a co-host of the tournament. The defeat prompts debate about the future direction of American soccer.

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