United States beats Bosnia and Herzegovina in World Cup knockout match

The United States secured a 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup Round of 32 on July 1, 2026, in Santa Clara, California. Tyler Adams assisted Malik Tillman, who scored the first goal in the 45th minute. The Americans remained resilient despite a red card to Folarin Balogun. Tillman later scored a second goal from a free kick, showcasing a developing style of play that includes skillful techniques. The win marks the U.S.'s first knockout match victory since 2002 and sets up a Round of 16 matchup against Belgium in Seattle, a rematch from the 2014 World Cup.

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