Bosnia and Herzegovina to face USMNT in Round of 32 at World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 2:57 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Bosnia and Herzegovina has been confirmed as the Round of 32 opponent for the United States men's national team at the 2026 World Cup. The match is scheduled for July 1 in Santa Clara, California. Edin Dzeko, a key player and a national hero for Bosnia, commands significant respect among fans, with a deep connection to the country's football history. While the team has had mixed performances in the group stage, they remain a formidable foe as they look to advance past the USMNT.
- •Bosnia secured their spot in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup.
- •Edin Dzeko has accumulated 150 caps and 73 goals for Bosnia.
- •The USMNT has won two of three prior friendlies against Bosnia.
- •Bosnia previously competed in the 2014 World Cup, reaching the group stage.
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"Edin Dzeko "is our Tom Brady," said Suljo Patkovic, from Bosnia via Florida. "Every time he's out on the field, our hearts grow bigger."
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