On July 2, Beijing time, in the 1/16 finals of the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, the host team United States faced off against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
In the 45th minute, a Bosnian defensive player made a mistake, and American teammate Balong scored a goal after getting a header in the penalty area. Shortly after the start of the second half, Balong was sent off for stamping on an opponent's ankle.
In the 82nd minute, Tırmans free kick led to a direct goal.
Ultimately, the U.S. team, playing at home, defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina with a score of 2-0 and advanced to the round of 16.
This is the second World Cup knockout match victory for the U.S. team, and it is also the first time the U.S. has defeated a European team in a World Cup knockout match.
In the quarter-finals, the United States team will face the Belgium team.
So far, 10 teams have advanced to the round of 16, including the three joint hosts from this World Cup: the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
