The United States entered their round‑of‑16 clash with Bosnia looking to break a 24‑year drought without a knockout‑stage win at the World Cup.
A left‑foot shot from Folarin Balogun in the 45th minute opened the scoring, only for the striker to be sent off moments later after a heavy challenge on Tarik Muharemovic.
Malik Tillman restored the lead in the 82nd minute with a perfectly placed free kick, sealing a 2‑0 victory that sent the U.S. through to the next round.
Historic Milestone
The win represents the United States' first knockout‑match triumph at a World Cup since 2002, a milestone that underscores the team's steady progress on the global stage.
With the victory, the Americans will now face Belgium in a high‑stakes encounter that could determine a quarter‑final spot, adding another layer of excitement to their tournament run.