USMNT faces Bosnia and Herzegovina in knockout stage of World Cup

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Last updated Jul 1, 2026

USMNT faces Bosnia and Herzegovina in knockout stage of World Cup
Summary

The United States Men’s National Team plays Bosnia and Herzegovina in a last-32 match on July 1 at San Francisco Bay Stadium. After a 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their opening game, the USMNT topped Group D. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino expressed confidence despite the unpredictability of soccer., star player Christian Pulisic is fit to start against Bosnia, who previously eliminated Italy and Wales in penalty shootouts. The match is expected to draw significant viewership as soccer's popularity grows in the US during the World Cup.

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  • USMNT beat Paraguay 4-1 in their opening match.
  • Match scheduled for July 1 at San Francisco Bay Stadium.
  • Christian Pulisic confirmed fit to start against Bosnia.
  • Bosnia reached the knockout stage after defeating Italy and Wales.
  • The game is part of a record audience demonstrating soccer's rising popularity in the US.
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WORLD CUP 2026: Mauricio Pochettino has his squad – and a gripped nation at large – believing that a deep World Cup run is achievable. Next in line are Bosnia and Herzegovina, who refusal to let up should not be underestimated. Kieran Jackson reports from Santa Clara

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