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United States coach Mauricio Pochettino praised his squad's cohesion after a 2‑0 win over Bosnia in the World Cup round of 32, a result achieved while playing with ten men.
The United States ended a 24‑year drought by defeating Bosnia 2‑0, with Balogun scoring before a red card and Tillman sealing the win from a free kick; the team will next face Belgium.
The United States edged past Bosnia 2-0 in a World Cup clash where Folarin Balogun’s goal was overshadowed by a red card, leaving the team to rally behind Malik Tillman’s strike and prepare for a crucial match against Belgium.
Folarin Balogun opened the scoring with a LeBron James‑style celebration, but a red card later forced the U.S. to finish the game a man down.
The United States secured a 2‑0 victory over Bosnia in the San Francisco Bay Area, ending a 24‑year wait for a knockout‑stage win and setting up a last‑16 clash with Belgium.
Folarin Balogun opened the scoring with a LeBron James‑style ‘Silencer’ celebration, but a second‑half red card forced the U.S. to play a man down. Malik Tillman’s free‑kick secured the victory, and the team now faces Belgium without the suspended forward.
The United States broke a 24‑year winless streak in knockout matches, defeating Bosnia 2‑0 in a physical encounter that saw Folarin Balogun sent off before Malik Tillman sealed the result with a free‑kick.
The United States secured a 2‑0 win against Bosnia, marking their first knockout‑stage victory at a World Cup since 2002 and setting up a clash with Belgium for a quarter‑final berth.
The United States secured a 2‑0 victory against Bosnia in Santa Clara, California, advancing to the tournament's last 16 and setting the stage for a clash with Belgium.
Coach Jesse Marsch debates whether to field Alphonso Davies against Morocco, citing the player's recent impact, Canada's superior fitness and a surprise source of encouragement from Wayne Gretzky
Canada coach Jesse Marsch weighs whether to start Alphonso Davies against Morocco, citing fitness advantages and tactical flexibility, while receiving daily encouragement from hockey legend Wayne Gretzky.
Cape Verde will face Argentina in the round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup, with the island nation’s coaching staff confident in their ability to defy expectations while preserving their own tactical identity.
Cape Verde, buoyed by recent draws with Spain and Uruguay, enters the knockout stage with confidence that they can upset Argentina and Lionel Messi, emphasizing collective ambition over statistical analysis.
Despite being heavy underdogs, Cape Verde's coach and players remain confident ahead of their knockout match against Argentina, citing a tactical approach that prioritizes team cohesion over man‑marking Messi.
Pochettino emphasizes humility and preparation as the United States prepares to face Bosnia in a match he describes as a final.
Cobi Jones discusses how the 1994 World Cup sparked MLS, the rise of fan zones, and the expected financial boom of the 2026 tournament.
Sergej Barbarez emphasizes performance over criticism, highlighting his squad’s cultural diversity and readiness for the upcoming match.
Bosnia’s coach Sergej Barbarez dismisses external criticism and emphasizes performance, cultural diversity and underdog resolve before the team’s World Cup match.
The United States prepares for a potential shootout against Bosnia, with key players expressing confidence in their readiness and the team's deeper run potential.
With the United States preparing to face Bosnia in a crucial World Cup clash, Christian Pulisic and Chris Richards reveal their mindset on penalties, while the team reflects on early tournament surprises.
Cobi Jones, a veteran of the 1994 World Cup squad, discusses how the tournament sparked the rise of soccer in the United States and why the 2026 edition is poised to accelerate that momentum.
Cobi Jones, the most capped U.S. soccer player, looks back at the 1994 World Cup’s impact and forward to the transformative potential of the 2026 tournament.
The San Jose Earthquakes are enjoying a record‑breaking start, while the U.S. faces Bosnia in a World Cup knockout match on home soil. California’s diverse soccer landscape and ambitious academies aim to turn this momentum into lasting growth
International soccer fans traveling to the United States for the World Cup have shared surprising praise for everyday American life, highlighting freedoms, abundance and hospitality that many citizens overlook.