USMNT defeats Bosnia 2-0 despite Balogun's red card controversy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
The U.S. Men’s National Team secured a 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina, advancing to the Round of 16 in the FIFA World Cup. However, the win was largely overshadowed by a controversial red card issued to striker Folarin Balogun in the 64th minute. Balogun had scored the opening goal but was dismissed following a clash that was deemed reckless by referee Raphael Claus. With the red card, he will miss the next match against Belgium. Fans and pundits are expressing outrage over the ruling, drawing comparisons to other decisions made during the tournament.
- •USMNT advances to FIFA World Cup Round of 16
- •Folarin Balogun scored and then received a red card
- •Balogun suspended for next match against Belgium
- •Fans criticize the red card decision on social media
- •Comparisons made to Lionel Messi's similar foul
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — USMNT Star’s Red Card Still Fueling Outrage
"Team USA secured its place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Bosnia The USMNT Star’s Red Card Still Fueling Outrage first appeared on The Blast
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