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2026 World Cup: 5 things to know about Bosnia and Herzegovina ahead of the Round of 32 matchup vs. the USMNT
Yahoo Sports • • general
Key Points:
- The U.S. men's national team will face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup in Santa Clara, marking the U.S.'s first knockout game of the tournament.
- Bosnia and Herzegovina is making its second World Cup appearance and first knockout round appearance, having advanced as a top third-place team after a draw with Canada and a win over Qatar.
- The Bosnian team is led by veteran captain Edin Džeko, who has 150 caps and 73 goals, and is celebrating his 20th year on the senior national team at age 40.
- Bosnia earned its World Cup spot through two penalty shootout victories in UEFA qualifiers, showcasing resilience against favored teams like Wales and Italy.
- American-born forward Esmir Bajraktarević, who previously played for U.S. youth and senior teams, now represents Bosnia and Herzegovina, adding an intriguing subplot to the matchup.
