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US goalkeeper Matt Freese says he'll never get over his team's loss to Belgium in the World Cup
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: STEVE REED, Associated Press , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 28, 2026
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Key takeaway The US team's exit from the 2026 World Cup was abrupt, and the goalkeeper has expressed that he may never fully get over the loss.
US goalkeeper Matt Freese is still coming to terms with his team's loss in the World Cup. The loss occurred during the round of 16, where the United States was defeated by Belgium with a score of 4-1. Further details about the loss and its impact on the team are available from the source.
The goalkeeper's admission provides some insight into the team's experience following the loss. The US team's exit from the 2026 World Cup was abrupt, and the goalkeeper has expressed that he may never fully get over the loss. For more information, readers can refer to the original report from ValleyCentral.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 28, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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