FIFA, the sport's global body, overturned Belgium's appeal over the ban of Folarin Balogun.
The ruling stands ahead of the USA-Belgium last-16 match on July 6, 2026.
Match tickets for the fixture are dropping further, Al Jazeera reports.
Former USMNT manager Bruce Arena has analysed Belgium's squad for ESPN, delivering comments.
BBC released comprehensive head-to-head statistics and predictions for the tie.
The Guardian notes that Belgium are seeking a new beginning at the World Cup, raising hopes.