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Steely USA Overcome Bosnia and Herzegovina and Controversial Red to Reach World Cup Last 16
2 July 2026
In a gripping encounter, the United States triumphed over Bosnia and Herzegovina to secure their place in the World Cup knockout stages. The match turned dramatically when Folarin Balogun was shown a controversial red card following a collision with Tarik Muharemović. Balogun's dismissal left the US team in a precarious position, with many fans holding their breath as the match progressed. Despite the setback, the USA displayed resilience and tactical discipline, managing to hold on for a crucial victory. Weston McKennie’s expression of disbelief mirrored the urgency that the team felt on the pitch. As Mauricio Pochettino gestured towards the sky, it was clear that the stakes had never been higher. The US will now look ahead to the last 16, where they aim to build on this hard-fought success.

