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US Goalkeeper Matt Freese Says He'll Never Get over His Team's Loss to Belgium in the World Cup
Freese said the 4-1 defeat stays with him as fans continue to boo him and his teammates look ahead to the MLS All-Star Game.
- Goalkeeper Matt Freese admits he still struggles with the United States' 4-1 World Cup exit against Belgium, a loss he says will stay with him for the rest of his career.
- Belgium capitalized on a 57th-minute error when Freese hesitated while clearing a long ball, effectively sealing the American team's fate with a 3-1 lead.
- During his first MLS match in Columbus, Ohio, last week, fans booed Freese every time he touched the ball. "It's important to be a consistent presence with consistent energy," Freese said.
- Freese is one of four American players selected for the Major League Soccer All-Star Game in Charlotte this Wednesday, amid heightened fan interest following the World Cup.
- Veteran defender Tim Ream believes hard work will help the Americans eventually break through to the quarterfinals, while Wing-back Max Arfsten noted increased fan attention will inspire future generations of athletes.
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U.S. goalkeeper Freese says he'll never get over his team's loss to Belgium in the World Cup
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Goalkeeper Matt Freese admits he’s not quite gotten over the United States’ abrupt exit from the 2026 World Cup following a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the round of 16.
·Toledo, United States
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Leaning Left8Leaning Right4Center10Last UpdatedBias Distribution46% Center
Bias Distribution
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46% Center
L 36%
C 46%
R 18%
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