Belgium players ahead of their United States opponents in the last-16 match in Seattle discuss how FIFA’s decision affects the matchup. Belgium’s Nicolas Raskin says Belgium has been “fired up” by FIFA’s ruling allowing US striker Folarin Balogun to play. Speaking about the contest, Raskin frames the decision as a catalyst for Belgium’s mindset going into the knockout stage. Both outlets report the same central point: Belgium view the opportunity for Balogun to feature as a key development and they respond with public taunting toward the United States. The match is described as a last-16 fixture, with Seattle set as the venue. Overall, the reports focus on Belgium’s reaction to FIFA’s eligibility decision and their comments ahead of the game, rather than on broader tactical or injury updates.