Host nation United States advanced to the round of 16 in the World Cup after defeating Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in San Francisco. Despite being reduced to ten men following a red card to forward Folarin Balogun in the 65th minute, the Americans maintained control and composure to secure the victory. Malik Tillman and Balogun scored the goals that sealed the win before a packed home crowd.
The United States dominated possession and tempo from the start, holding 78 percent of the ball up to the 24th minute. Balogun opened the scoring just before halftime after a deflected attack initiated by Tillman. Bosnia’s efforts to equalize were hindered when veteran striker Edin Džeko left the field injured early in the second half. Despite numerical advantage after Balogun’s dismissal, Bosnia failed to capitalize as the U.S. defense held firm.
The United States will face Belgium in the round of 16 on July 7. The team now aims to surpass its previous best World Cup performance, a quarterfinal appearance in 2002.
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