USMNT prepares for knockout rounds against Bosnia and Herzegovina
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 9:16 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The U.S. men’s national team (USMNT) begins the knockout stages of the World Cup on Wednesday, July 1, facing Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara. Having topped their group and won two out of three matches, the USMNT is looking to build on its momentum. The team has not won a knockout match since 2002, and players emphasize the importance of stepping up during this crucial phase of the tournament. Coach Mauricio Pochettino and players like Folarin Balogun express confidence and focus on advancing deeper into the tournament following a mixed group stage performance.
- •USMNT faces Bosnia and Herzegovina on July 1
- •Last knockout win was in 2002
- •Team aims to prove its progress this tournament
- •Players express confidence going into knockout stage
- •Brackets favor potential deep run for USMNT
- 9:16 PMYahoo Sports — Now the World Cup really starts for USA soccer. Nothing else matters | Opinion
"The USMNT hasn't won a World Cup knockout-round game since 2002. A successful group stage is great, but to make an impact they must succeed now.
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