FIFA, the world governing body, overturned Belgium's appeal against the suspension of Folarin Balogun.
The decision remains ahead of the USA-Belgium last-16 match on July 6, 2026.
Ticket prices for the fixture keep slipping, Al Jazeera reports.
Former USMNT manager Bruce Arena has analysed Belgium's squad for ESPN, delivering comments.
BBC shared in-depth head-to-head statistics plus forecasts for the tie.
The Guardian notes that Belgium are looking for a fresh start at the World Cup, sparking optimism.