The American men defeated Bosnia & Herzogovina 2–0 in Santa Clara to advance to the round of 16 on Wednesday night.

The U.S. men's team is favored in Wednesday's must-win Round of 32 match — but they haven't beaten a European team since 2021, nor won a World Cup knockout game since 2002.

The USMNT faces Bosnia and Herzegovina in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, seeking its first knockout round victory since beating Mexico in 2002.

Balogun scores, giving the US a 1-0 lead over Bosnia in the World Cup. Draw at 11.5% YES.

The American men defeated Bosnia & Herzogovina 2–0 in Santa Clara to advance to the round of 16 on Wednesday night.