World Cup what to know: US looks to win first knockout match in 24 years against Bosnia-Herzegovina
Summary
The United States men's soccer team will play Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup round of 32 on June 30, 2026, in Santa Clara, California. This game is important because the U.S. has not won a World Cup knockout match in 24 years, with their last victory in 2002. Star player Christian Pulisic is expected to be ready after recovering from a calf injury.Key Facts
- The U.S. last won a World Cup knockout game on June 17, 2002, beating Mexico 2-0.
- The 2026 knockout match takes place near San Francisco, close to where the U.S. played Brazil in 1994.
- Christian Pulisic missed the second group game due to injury but played briefly in the final group match and feels ready to play.
- The U.S. has only one win in 21 games against European teams since 1990.
- Other round of 32 matches on June 30 include England vs. Congo and Belgium vs. Senegal.
- The U.S. team is focused on winning to avoid elimination from the tournament.
- England is dealing with injuries at the right-back position ahead of their match.
- The round of 16 stage of the World Cup will start on Saturday, July 3, 2026.
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