2026 World Cup: U.S. advances to Round of 16 after beating Bosnia and Herzegovina

The United States men's national soccer team secured a spot in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup, overcoming Bosnia and Herzegovina with a 2-0 victory.

The U.S. took the lead just before halftime with a goal from Folarin Balogun in the 45th minute. However, the team faced a setback when Balogun received a red card in the 63rd minute, forcing the United States to play with ten men for the remainder of the match.

Despite the numerical disadvantage, the U.S. extended their lead in the 82nd minute when Malik Tillman scored the second goal. This decisive win propels the American team into the next stage of the tournament, where they are scheduled to face Belgium in Seattle on July 6.

This victory marks a significant achievement for the U.S. team, representing their first win in a World Cup knockout stage match in 24 years, with their last such triumph occurring in 2002 against Mexico. The win also ends a 10-game winless streak against European teams in World Cup play.