USMNT advances to Round of 16 after win over Bosnia and Herzegovina
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 2:14 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The USMNT secured a place in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina. Despite a controversial red card issued to Folarin Balogun, the team performed well throughout the group stage and won their first knockout match since 2002. Next, they face Belgium, but Balogun will be unavailable due to suspension. The team has displayed impressive form, setting records and showcasing a strong attacking lineup led by Christian Pulisic.
- •USMNT defeats Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in Round of 32.
- •Folarin Balogun receives a red card and misses next match.
- •USMNT won two consecutive World Cup games for first time since 1930.
- •Team won their group in the World Cup for the first time ever.
- •Christian Pulisic shows outstanding form leading the attack.
- 2:14 AMYahoo Sports — How good is the USMNT really? Pochettino, Pulisic lead surging USA into World Cup's Round of 16
"The USMNT has electrified the nation as they push through the 2026 FIFA World Cup, having impressed through the group stage of the tournament. So how far can they theoretically go?
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