ABC7 reporter goes viral for comments on Bosnia before World Cup match

Ahead of the U.S. Men's National Team's World Cup matchup with Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara, ABC7 reporter Abigail Velez has sparked controversy. During a live segment following the U.S.'s group-stage loss to Türkiye, Velez stated she could not locate Bosnia on a map and expressed disinterest in learning about the country. Her comments have drawn backlash on social media, with users highlighting the complexity of Bosnia's recent history. Velez's remarks come as the U.S. prepares to face Bosnia in the knockout stage of the tournament next Wednesday.

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