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ABC7 reporter faces backlash after Bosnia commentary during World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:04 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

ABC7 reporter faces backlash after Bosnia commentary during World Cup
Summary

ABC7 Los Angeles reporter Abigail Velez sparked controversy for her comments about Bosnia-Herzegovina during the U.S. Men's National Team's World Cup match coverage. Velez stated, "I could not point out where it is on a map" and made further remarks about the upcoming match against Bosnia. Her comments were met with anger from Bosnia fans, including a response from the official Bosnian Football account. After facing backlash, Velez issued an apology via social media, stating her remarks were insensitive and did not reflect the unifying spirit of the World Cup. The U.S. will play Bosnia next Wednesday in the tournament.

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  • •Abigail Velez made controversial comments during a World Cup segment.
  • •She will apologize for her remarks on Bosnia-Herzegovina.
  • •The U.S. will face Bosnia on Wednesday in the World Cup.
  • •Fans and media criticized her statements on social media.
  • •The segment was intended to be lighthearted, according to Velez.
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  • 3:04 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I could not point out where it is on a map’: American reporter faces backlash over World Cup commentary on Bosnia
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The ABC 7 Los Angeles reporter apologized for her ‘poor effort to have a little fun with the World Cup competition’

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