Tillman scores free-kick as USA advances to Round of 16

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Tillman scores free-kick as USA advances to Round of 16
Summary

The United States secured a spot in the Round of 16 during the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in California. Folarin Balogun opened the scoring just before halftime, but was shown a red card shortly after the break, leaving the USA with ten players for the remainder of the match. Malik Tillman sealed the win with a free-kick in the 82nd minute. Gio Reyna made a late appearance as a substitute. The United States will next face Belgium, a rematch of their 2014 World Cup clash.

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  • USA beats Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in California.
  • Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman scored for the USA.
  • Balogun received a red card in the second half.
  • Gio Reyna came on as a substitute in injury time.
  • USA will face Belgium in the next round.
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The United States is moving on to the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Folarin Balogun’s goal in the 45th minute proved to be enough, as the United States knocked off Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 Wednesday night. So, what is up next for the United States at the World Cup? A match […]

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All three hosts of the 2026 World Cup are through to the Round of 16 as the United States got the better of Bosnia and Herzegovina in a heated encounter in California. Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillma...

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