Edin Džeko calls USMNT favorites ahead of World Cup knockout match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 11:51 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Edin Džeko, the all-time leading scorer for Bosnia and Herzegovina, described the U.S. Men's National Team as the 'favorites' ahead of their FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on Wednesday. Džeko acknowledged the talent and European experience of the USMNT but expressed confidence in his own team's ability to cause an upset. He mentioned young players like Esmir Bajraktarević and Kerim Alajbegović as ones to watch, emphasizing their potential. The match is critical for both teams, with the winner set to face Belgium in the Round of 16.
- •Match scheduled for July 2 at Levi's Stadium.
- •USMNT won Group D; Bosnia finished third in Group B.
- •Džeko believes his team has qualities for an upset.
- •Both teams aware of each other's strengths.
- 11:51 PMYahoo Sports — Edin Džeko labels USMNT ‘favorites’ ahead of World Cup game before sending stern warning to rivals
"Bosnia and Herzegovina legend Edin Džeko labeled the U.S. Men's National Team the 'favorites' heading into their FIFA World Cup Round of 32 game on Wednesday at Levi's Stadium
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