Who are Bosnia and Herzegovina? Cheat sheet, analysis on the USMNT's Round of 32 foe at the World Cup

Key Points:

• Bosnia and Herzegovina will face the United States men's national team in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup, with the match scheduled for July 1 in Santa Clara, California.
• Edin Dzeko, a 40-year-old former Manchester City striker and Bosnian national hero, is highly revered by fans for his leadership and long-standing contributions, having scored goals for Bosnia over a 20-year international career.
• Coach Sergej Barbarez employs a 4-4-2 formation with two defensive midfielders, relying on key players such as goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj, left back Sead Kolasinac, and striker Ermedin Demirovic, who poses an aerial threat.
• The USMNT and Bosnia and Herzegovina have met three times in friendlies since 2013, with the US winning two matches and drawing one; Bosnia is making its second World Cup appearance after debuting in 2014.
• Bosnia's 2026 World Cup group stage included a 1-1 draw with Canada, a 4-1 loss to Switzerland, and a 3-1 win over Qatar, showing a mixed but competitive performance heading into the knockout round.