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Ten-man United States beat Bosnia 2-0 to reach World Cup round of 16

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  • The United States secured a 2-0 victory over Bosnia to advance to the World Cup round of 16.
  • Folarin Balogun opened the scoring in the first half, but was later sent off after a VAR review for a heavy challenge.
  • Malik Tillman sealed the win with a free-kick in the 82nd minute, and the U.S. will face Belgium next.

The United States men's national soccer team has advanced to the World Cup round of 16, securing a hard-fought 2-0 victory against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday. The co-hosts will now face Belgium in the next stage of the tournament.

Folarin Balogun provided the breakthrough for the U.S. in the 45th minute, capitalizing on a deflection to slot the ball under the goalkeeper. However, the Americans had to play with ten men for a significant portion of the second half after Balogun received a red card for a challenge on Tarik Muharemovic, a decision confirmed by the Video Assistant Referee.

Despite being a man down, the U.S. extended their lead in the 82nd minute. Malik Tillman scored from a free kick, sealing the crucial win and ensuring their progression. This marks the first time the U.S. has won a knockout match at a World Cup since their quarter-final run in 2002.

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