News, goals, and analysis – only on the official A BOLA app. World Cup The United States secured their place in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup by defeating Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0, surpassing a knockout stage for the first time since 2002. Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman scored the goals that led to the elimination of the European team, which was playing its first-ever knockout match in a World Cup. The Bosnians created the first opportunities. First, Demirovic forced goalkeeper Reese into a sharp save, and shortly after, Alajbegovic almost scored an Olympic goal. As the minutes passed, the United States intensified their pressure and began to create danger. Balogun, a forward for Monaco, became the main threat to the Bosnian defense, even asking for a penalty and having a goal disallowed for offside after an assist from Mc Kennie. The opening goal came just before the end of the first half. In the 45th minute, Tillman set up Balogun, who, after a deflection off Radeljic, protected the ball and finished with his left foot, marking his third goal in the tournament. In stoppage time, Balogun came close to scoring again, but his shot hit the woodwork. Goal l 🇺🇸 USA 1-0 Bosnia 🇧🇦 l Folarin Balogun pic.twitter.com/7h LJd TLh SK In the second half, Bosnian coach Barbarez made a triple substitution, being forced to take off the experienced Dzeko due to physical issues in the 51st minute. The game took a turn when, in the 64th minute, Balogun went from hero to villain by being sent off with a straight red card after a harsh tackle on Muharemovic, which was also reviewed by VAR. Folarin Balogun is shown a straight red card for a foul on Tarik Muharemovic. The USA forward’s foot catches the ankle of the Bosnia defender as he lands after challenging for a header. Balogun will miss the round of 16 should the USA make it there. Do you think he deserved… pic.twitter.com/Eiy Hdhfh PP This is the definition of incidental contact. It’s a true accident from Balogun. VAR continues to be a complete sham and is all over the place. Refs are three blind mice at all points in time. No consistency. pic.twitter.com/1Xf CToo2ec With a numerical advantage, Bosnia tried to respond, but it was the American team that, even with ten players, sealed the result. In the 82nd minute, Malik Tillman, despite a wound on his foot, took a direct free kick excellently and fixed the final score at 2-0, confirming qualification. Tillman from a direct free kick 🎯 #sporttvportugal #MUNDIALna SPORTTV #Mundial FIFA2026 #estadosunidos #betano pic.twitter.com/cz48XAn GAV With this victory, the United States moves on to the round of 16, where they will face Belgium, who earlier eliminated Senegal in extra time.
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