U.S. advances to round of 16 with thrilling win over Bosnia-Herzegovina
Key takeaways
- SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Folarin Balogun was still learning to walk the last time the U.S. won a knockout-round game in a World Cup.
- The other goal came from Malik Tillman in the 82nd minute.
- The U.S. will face Belgium in the next round Monday in Seattle.
Malik Tillman reacts after his goal from a free kick during the second half. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times) By Kevin Baxter Staff Writer Follow July 1, 2026 7:21 PM PT 1 4 min Click here to listen to this article Share via Close extra sharing options Email Facebook X Linked In Threads Reddit Whats App Copy Link URL Copied! Print 0:00 0:00 1x This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here.
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SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Folarin Balogun was still learning to walk the last time the U.S. won a knockout-round game in a World Cup. On Wednesday he started the Americans to another, with his goal in the waning seconds of the first half sparking a 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina that sends the team on to the round of 16 of this summer’s tournament.