USMNT leads Bosnia and Herzegovina in World Cup knockout stage match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The U.S. Men's National Team took control in the first half of their knockout stage match against Bosnia and Herzegovina at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on July 2. Folarin Balogun scored just before halftime, marking his third goal of the tournament. However, the USMNT faced increased pressure after Balogun received a red card early in the second half. Despite being down a player, the team maintained their lead and added another goal from Malik Tillman in the 82nd minute. The match is ongoing as the USMNT strives for its second knockout stage victory in history.
- •Folarin Balogun scored the first goal for the USMNT.
- •The USMNT dominated possession with 80% in the first half.
- •Balogun was sent off with a red card in the 61st minute.
- •Malik Tillman scored the second goal in the 82nd minute.
- •The USMNT is looking for its first win against a European team since 2018.
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