How good is Bosnia and Herzegovina in soccer? What to know about USMNT's knockout opponent in 2026 World Cup originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The United States will begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout journey on Wednesday with a Round of 32 match against Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Mauricio Pochettino's side won Group D to reach the knockout round, finishing top of their group for the first time ever at a FIFA World Cup.
That saw the USMNT secure a third-place qualifier in the opening knockout stage, drawing European side Bosnia & Herzegovina out of Group C, which is Canada's bracket. Ranked 61st in the world by FIFA, Sergej Barbarez's side qualified for the World Cup via the UEFA playoff, beating both Wales and Italy on penalties to earn passage.
The Sporting News brings you all you need to know about Bosnia & Herzegovina, including what they're ranked, who their top players are, and what their history against the U.S. is.
The United States will begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout journey on Wednesday with a Round of 32 match against Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Mauricio Pochettino's side won Group D to reach the knockout round, finishing top of their group for the first time ever at a FIFA World Cup.
That saw the USMNT secure a third-place qualifier in the opening knockout stage, drawing European side Bosnia & Herzegovina out of Group C, which is Canada's bracket. Ranked 61st in the world by FIFA, Sergej Barbarez's side qualified for the World Cup via the UEFA playoff, beating both Wales and Italy on penalties to earn passage.
The Sporting News brings you all you need to know about Bosnia & Herzegovina, including what they're ranked, who their top players are, and what their history against the U.S. is.
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