Belgium backs upset bid against Spain after 4-1 win over USA

Belgium reached the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals after beating co-host USA 4-1, as Charles De Ketelaere scored twice, Thibaut Courtois voiced belief against Spain, and $BELG fan-token trading increased.

Summary

Belgium heads into its July 10, 2026 World Cup quarterfinal against Spain with growing confidence after a 4-1 Round of 16 win over co-host USA. Charles De Ketelaere scored twice in the July 6-7 match, including a header, while goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois said the squad believes it can upset Spain, the defending European champions. Off the pitch, the result was followed by a jump in trading activity in Belgium’s $BELG fan token, with traders also discussing an unconfirmed potential 5% token burn.

Terms & Concepts
  • fan token: Team-linked crypto token for supporter engagement.
  • token burn: Permanent removal of tokens from circulation.
  • $BELG: Belgium’s national fan token.