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3-2 US in extra time.

If we thought the Turkey game was a mystery going in, then how the team responds without Balo is the real headstumper.

Is it a like for like change? Does the formation change? And who does Poch pick?

And just what will we get from Belgium, which hasn’t looked commanding - other than a 5 minute window against Senegal?

My guess: it’s Pepi for Balo, and we stay the same.

I think Pepi will play well, if not shine. And I think our approach matches up well against the Belgians.

Pepi didn’t look great against Turkey - but that was with Weston as the only “starter” in with him. He’s got this. We’ve seen it before. Plus, he really just has to attack the back line. If he does - there could be room for others to score.

Feel like once the nerves settle, it’ll be a proper battle - up and down the pitch. They’ll give us opportunities - and we’ll give them some.

Either Gio or Weah with the game winner in ET.

Gonna be a Malox match for sure.

Let’s go make some history, lads!

EDIT (Sunday 1p ET): Balo’s suspension has been lifted and he can play tomorrow. Will keep the same score prediction, perhaps in full time, not extra time.