USA secures round of 16 spot with 2-0 win over Bosnia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 6:11 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The United States defeated Bosnia 2-0 on July 2, 2026, securing their place in the round of 16. Goals from Balogun and Tillman contributed to the victory, with Balogun scoring just before halftime and Tillman adding a second in the 82nd minute. Despite being reduced to 10 men after Balogun's red card in the second half, the USA maintained their defensive shape. Bosnia's Edin Dzeko played his final match for the national team due to injury. The USA will next face Belgium in Seattle, a rematch from their 2014 knockout game.
- •USA wins 2-0 against Bosnia to qualify for the round of 16.
- •Balogun scored in the 45th minute; Tillman scored in the 82nd.
- •Balogun received a red card after a VAR review for violent conduct.
- •Dzeko ends his international career after sustaining a muscle injury.
- •USA to play Belgium next in Seattle.
- 6:11 AMYahoo Sports — 🎥 Balogun & Tillman sink Bosnia: USA in last 16! 🟥 row, Dzeko out 🥹
"The United States beat Bosnia 2-0 and book their place in the round of 16 thanks to goals from Balogun (45') and Tillman (82'). The hosts - who have now secured qualification for the fourth consecutiv...
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