Belgium players mock Trump with dance after eliminating USA from World Cup

Belgium's players sparked widespread reactions on social media after celebrating with a dance associated with U.S. President Donald Trump following their emphatic 4-1 victory over the United States in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Red Devils produced a dominant display to eliminate the host nation and secure a place in the quarter-finals, but their post-match celebration quickly became one of the tournament's most talked-about moments.

After the final whistle, several Belgian players gathered near the centre of the pitch. They performed the viral "Trump Dance," a move popularized online through videos linked to the U.S. president.

The celebration drew immediate attention from fans inside the stadium and millions more on social media.

Video clips of the celebration spread rapidly across X with football fans offering mixed reactions.

Many supporters viewed the dance as harmless banter after a convincing victory over the tournament hosts, while others questioned whether it was appropriate given the political associations attached to the gesture.