Balogun scores as U.S. leads Bosnia-Herzegovina

The United States began its 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the last round-of-32 match on July 1, 2026. Folarin Balogun managed to break the deadlock and give the U.S. the lead early in the match. This crucial goal set the tone for the team's performance as they aimed to secure a spot in the round of 16. Fans remained optimistic, wondering if Mauricio Pochettino's squad could continue its momentum and succeed against their opponents. The event took place in Santa Clara, a fitting location for such a pivotal match in the tournament.