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U.S. advances to Round of 16 after 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

U.S. advances to Round of 16 after 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina
Summary

The U.S. Men's National Team defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 on July 1 to advance to the Round of 16 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Folarin Balogun scored a goal before receiving a red card, while Malik Tillman added a second goal from a free kick. The match was competitive, remaining scoreless until Balogun's goal in the 45th minute, with Tillman securing the win in the 82nd minute. The U.S. will face Belgium in Seattle on July 6, aiming for a deeper tournament run.

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  • •U.S. defeats Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the Round of 32.
  • •Balogun and Tillman score for the U.S. team.
  • •Balogun is suspended for the Round of 16 after his red card.
  • •The U.S. will play Belgium on July 6 in Seattle.
  • •This marks the U.S.'s first win against a European team in World Cup since 2002.
Latest Updates
  • 6:24 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026 live updates: US beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16
  • 2:29 AMYahoo Sports — U.S. Defeats Bosnia and Herzegovina in Thrilling Fashion to Advance to Round of 16 at World Cup
  • 2:28 AMYahoo Sports — USMNT player ratings: Balogun scores, sent off as Yanks beat Bosnia & Herzegovina
  • 2:25 AMYahoo Sports — U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive
  • 2:21 AMYahoo Sports — U.S. advances to round of 16 with thrilling win over Bosnia-Herzegovina
  • 2:06 AMYahoo Sports — FIFA World Cup: U.S. shuts out Bosnia and Herzegovina to advance to Round of 16
  • 12:50 AMYahoo Sports — USA GOAL! See Folarin Balogun score vs. Bosnia in World Cup round of 32
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially underway, and the Bay Area will get to see a piece of the action during the supersized tournament. The U.S. will host 78 matches, six of which will take place at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara. The venue will be known as the San Francisco Bay Area stadium for the duration of the tournament.

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The USMNT is headed to the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup after beating Bosnia & Herzegovina 2-0 in the round of 3-2 on Tuesday, with Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman getting on the scoreheet on Wednesday.

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Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman score as the U.S. advances. Balogun later gets a red card and won't be available for World Cup match against Belgium.

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