US goalkeeper error gifts Belgium goal in round of 16
Short overview
USA goalkeeper Matt Freese made a costly error, handing the ball to Belgium's Hans Vanaken for an easy goal. Defender Tim Ream also criticized for not doing enough to stop the play as Belgium took control of the round of 16 match.
USA goalkeeper Matt Freese committed a major error in judgment, gifting the ball to Belgium's Hans Vanaken, who scored an easy goal. Defender Tim Ream could have done more to prevent the goal, according to observers. The mistake allowed Belgium to take control of the round of 16 tie.
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