USA Faces Bosnia-Herzegovina in World Cup 2026 Opening Knockout Match

The United States enters the World Cup knockout stage as a host nation with a rested squad after topping Group D with wins over Paraguay and Australia. Coach Mauricio Pochettino will rotate his lineup for the final group game, giving the first‑team players a break.

On July 1, the US will face Bosnia-Herzegovina at Levi's Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 02:00 CET. The result will set the tone for the rest of the tournament.