US advances to World Cup Round of 16 with win over Bosnia

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

US advances to World Cup Round of 16 with win over Bosnia
Summary

The United States defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 on July 1 at Levi's Stadium, advancing to the Round of 16 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Folarin Balogun, who scored the first goal and had another disallowed, received a red card in the 64th minute, leaving the U.S. with ten players. Despite being a man down, Malik Tillman sealed the victory with a free kick in the 82nd minute. The U.S. will face Belgium in the next round on July 3 at Lumen Field in Seattle.

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  • USA defeats Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 on July 1, 2026.
  • Folarin Balogun scores one goal and receives a red card.
  • Malik Tillman scores the second goal in the 82nd minute.
  • Next match for the U.S. is against Belgium on July 3.
  • USA played with ten men after Balogun's dismissal.
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Despite their star scorer Folarin Balgoun receiving a red card, the U.S. dug in and defiantly defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to move on to the Round of 16 vs. Belgium Monday in Seattle.

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