USMNT finally shed World Cup baggage — it’s time to dream big
The US men's national team has advanced to the next round of the World Cup with a 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina. This victory marks a significant milestone for the team, as they have finally shed their World Cup baggage. The team's win has sparked excitement and optimism for their future performance in the tournament.
- ▪The USMNT won 2-0 against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 match
- ▪This is the team's first knockout round win since 2022
- ▪The USMNT was the decided betting favorite to win the match
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Mark Cannizzaro USMNT finally shed World Cup baggage — it’s time to dream big By Mark Cannizzaro Published July 2, 2026, 1:03 a.m. ET Malik Tillman of the United States celebrates victory after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between USA and Bosnia and Herzegovina at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on July 1, 2026 in Santa Clara, California. Getty Images SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Damned if they don’t keep checking off boxes and breaking down doors. The door the U.S. men’s national team busted down Wednesday night in a nervy 2-0 Round of 32 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup was the heaviest door it’s encountered in years — maybe the heaviest ever. Despite the cool exterior the U.S.
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