US Advances After a Wild Match

The United States beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 in Santa Clara to move on to the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. The game was full of drama as star forward Folarin Balogun scored a goal but then got sent off with a red card.

The US team showed great grit to hold on for the win despite being down a man for the final part of the match.

Balogun’s Goal Gives US the Lead

Folarin Balogun put the US ahead in the first half with a powerful strike from inside the box. The goal came after a nice pass from midfielder Weston McKennie. It was Balogun’s third goal of the tournament and gave the home crowd something to cheer about.

Red Card Shakes Up the Game

Early in the second half, Balogun was shown a second yellow card for a late tackle, and then a red card. The US had to play the last 30 minutes with ten men.

• Balogun was sent off in the 62nd minute.
• The US switched to a defensive formation.
• Bosnia only managed two shots on target.

US Holds On for the Win

After the red card, the United States dug deep. They defended in a compact block and relied on goalkeeper Matt Turner to make a few key saves. Bosnia could not break through, and the US held on for the victory.

What’s Next for the US

By winning this match, the United States secured a spot in the round of 16. They will face a tough opponent next, but the team is confident after this hard-fought win. Fans are excited to see how far the US can go in this World Cup.