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U.S. men beat Bosnia and Herzegovina in round of 32 for second-ever World Cup knockout round win
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· July 2, 2026
· 5 min read
The United States is through to the round of 16 after taking down Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0, in just the second-ever win in the World Cup knockout round for the men's team — but a controversial red card will leave the national team without one of its key players for the next match.Folarin ...
Key takeaway Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, sending the U.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The US men's national soccer team's win over Bosnia and Herzegovina has sent shockwaves of excitement through the Dallas-Fort Worth area, where soccer fans have been eagerly following the team's progress in the World Cup. As the team prepares to face Belgium in the round of 16, local fans are abuzz with anticipation, recalling the team's previous matchup against Belgium in 2014. The fact that the next match will be played on home soil, in Seattle, has only added to the enthusiasm, with many in Southlake and surrounding communities hoping for a deep run in the tournament. The loss of Folarin Balogun to suspension will be a significant challenge for the team, but as Christian Pulisic noted, it will also be a test of the team's strength and resilience. With the US team's history of World Cup knockout round wins being limited, this win has significant implications for the team's morale and momentum going forward.
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Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 5 min
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