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USA Exit Boosts Bookmakers' Profits

The USMNT's 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the Round of 16 eliminated them from the 2026 World Cup and delivered record profits to bookmakers.

BetMGM trading manager Adair Horne called the win "one of the biggest wins we've had for a soccer game in company history," as Caesars reported record betting volume with 81% of money backing the USA to qualify. A high-roller placed a $750,000 bet on the USA to advance. biznow.biz

Heavy betting occurred on player props, particularly for Folarin Balogun, though 97.6% of Both Teams To Score handle on "Yes" landed after just 31 minutes, providing some winning bettors.