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NewsNBC Bay Area — Local NewsJune 30, 2026California

U.S. Men's Soccer Team Prepares for World Cup Knockout Match Against Bosnia-Herzegovina

The U.S. men's national soccer team is preparing for a round of 32 knockout match against Bosnia-Herzegovina this Wednesday. The team is looking to overcome a historical trend of early exits in World Cup knockout rounds and struggles against European opponents.

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Why It Matters

The outcome of Wednesday's match determines whether the U.S. team advances to the round of 16 in Seattle on Monday or is eliminated from the tournament.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. will play Bosnia-Herzegovina in the round of 32 on Wednesday.
  • A victory on Wednesday would advance the U.S. to the round of 16 in Seattle on the following Monday.
  • The U.S. has only one win in a World Cup knockout round in its history, occurring in 2002 against Mexico.
  • The U.S. record against European teams at the World Cup since 1990 is 1-13-7.
  • The U.S. is currently winless in its last 13 matches against European squads at the World Cup.
  • Christian Pulisic is available to start after recovering from a calf injury.
  • Bosnia-Herzegovina is currently ranked 61st in the FIFA rankings.
  • The U.S. team finished at the top of its group after wins against Paraguay and Australia and a loss to Turkey.

Who's Mentioned

personChris Richards“U.S. defender who commented on the team's preparation.”personChristian Pulisic“U.S. player who confirmed he is healthy and ready to start.”organizationFIFA“The international governing body for soccer that maintains team rankings.”locationBosnia-Herzegovina“The opponent for the U.S. team in the round of 32.”