U.S. fans outpace Brazilians and Brits in World Cup social media activity

The United States team was knocked out of the global soccer tournament when it lost to Belgium 2-1 Tuesday, but an online survey deemed the nation a winner in the enthusiasm game.

We don’t believe in Belgium waffles

— Waffle House (@WaffleHouse) June 30, 2014

Hey Belgium, how do you like them waffles? #GoUSA #IBelieveThatWeWillWin pic.twitter.com/ywmYFKnvUR

— Coors Light (@CoorsLight) July 1, 2014

HOW DARE THEY! pic.twitter.com/9SZs714OKm

— Nate Silver (@NateSilver538) July 1, 2014

After the game, there were similar sentiments:

I will never eat a Belgian waffle again. I hate you Belgium #usaforever

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