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U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive
By Associated Press, JOSH DUBOW at Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 2, 2026
· 4 min read
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Folarin Balogun scored his third goal of the World Cup before being sent off with a red card in the second half, and Malik Tillman converted on a free kick to give the 10-man United States squad a 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday night to advance to the roun...
Key takeaway control the match early but the Americans had to scramble down a man after his foul against Tarik Muharemovic in the 64th minute.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The US team's advancement to the round of 16 has significant implications for Atlanta 's soccer fans, who will be closely watching the upcoming matchup against Belgium on Monday. As the team competes on home soil, local enthusiasm is likely to grow, with many Atlantans gathering to cheer on the US squad. The win over Bosnia-Herzegovina marks a notable shift in the team's performance against European teams, and Atlanta's community will be eager to see if this momentum can be sustained. With the US team's history of struggling against European opponents, this victory is a welcome change, and fans in Atlanta will be hoping for a deep run in the tournament. As the US prepares to face Belgium, local bars, restaurants, and community centers are likely to be filled with fans donning red, white, and blue, cheering on their team and adding to the city's vibrant soccer culture.
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Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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