Jupiter's World Cup Connection Ends as Christian Pulisic and Team USA Fall to Belgium

Team USA’s World Cup run came to an end Monday night after a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the Round of 16 at Seattle Stadium.

Belgium jumped ahead early and pulled away in the second half, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring twice and helping lead the Belgian attack. Malik Tillman scored the lone goal for the United States.

For Jupiter, the match carried a local connection. U.S. captain Christian Pulisic, one of the most recognizable names in American soccer, owns a home in Jupiter and has become a familiar Florida tie for fans following Team USA.

While the result was disappointing for U.S. supporters, Pulisic’s role as captain during a home World Cup remains a major moment in American soccer — and a point of local interest for Jupiter residents.

Belgium now advances to face Spain in the quarterfinals, while Team USA exits the tournament earlier than many fans had hoped.

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