The United States meet Bosnia and Herzegovina in a World Cup 2026 round-of-32 tie at Levi's Stadium in San Francisco, with a place in the last 16 on the line.
The hosts arrive top of Group D with six points after beating Paraguay and Australia and losing to Turkey. Bosnia progressed from Group B with four points as one of the best third-placed sides.
Mauricio Pochettino’s team have built momentum through the group stage, while Bosnia lean on the experience of Edin Dzeko and a more direct, defensive approach. Reuters reported that the United States are seen as the main title contenders, but Bosnia's counter-attacks and set pieces remain a threat.
Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie and Folarin Balogun give the United States more control in midfield and more pressing power than in previous World Cups. If they keep Bosnia pinned back and limit service to Dzeko, the hosts should find space to exploit.
