The World Cup 2026 is heating up as the United States takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32. Scheduled for 2 July 2026, this clash promises excitement as both teams look to advance further in the tournament. The USA enters the match with mixed results, having won two of their last five matches, including a crucial victory against Australia.
Meanwhile, Bosnia and Herzegovina will aim to build on their recent win over Qatar. With both teams showing flashes of brilliance, fans should be eager to see who prevails in this high-stakes encounter.
USA – Bosnia and Herzegovina: When and Where?
- City: Santa Clara
- Stadium: Levi’s Stadium
- Date: 2 July 2026
- Hour: 01:00 WAT
This match will take place at the renowned Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Kick-off is set for 01:00 WAT on 2 July 2026, which is equivalent to 8:00 PM PDT on 1 July 2026. Ensure you mark your calendars for this pivotal World Cup fixture.
San Francisco Bay Area Stadium
World Cup Final Stage
July 2, 2026
1:00 am
USA – Bosnia and Herzegovina: On Which TV Channel?
- Channel: SuperSport
- Broadcast time: 01:00 AM WAT
In Nigeria, viewers can catch all the live action on SuperSport, which holds the rights to broadcast World Cup matches. The broadcast will start at 01:00 AM WAT. SuperSport is accessible via DStv and GOtv, and you can also stream it live on the DStv Now app or website with a valid subscription. For international audiences, services like FuboTV and Sling TV may offer the match, subject to regional availability. Always check the latest schedule on Live Soccer for the most current information.
USA – Bosnia and Herzegovina: Predicted Lineups
As both teams prepare for this crucial World Cup match, understanding the expected lineups and potential absences is key for fans and analysts alike. The USA, fresh off a mixed bag of results, will rely on their star players to step up. Bosnia and Herzegovina, on the other hand, will look to veteran leadership to guide them through.
| 1Matt Turner |
| 6Auston Trusty |
| 7Giovanni Reyna |
| 9Ricardo Pepi |
| 11Brenden Aaronson |
| 12Miles Robinson |
| 14Sebastian Berhalter |
| 15Cristian Roldan |
| 18Max Arfsten |
| 19Haji Wright |
| 21Timothy Weah |
| 22Mark McKenzie |
| 23Joe Scally |
| 25Chris Brady |
| 26Alejandro Zendejas |
| 2Nihad Mujakić |
| 3Dennis Hadzikadunic |
| 8Armin Gigovic |
| 9Samed Bazdar |
| 12Mladen Jurkas |
| 14Ivan Sunjic |
| 15Amar Memic |
| 16Amir Hadziahmetovic |
| 17Dzenis Burnic |
| 21Stjepan Radeljic |
| 22Martin Zlomislic |
| 23Haris Tabakovic |
| 24Arjan Malic |
| 25Jovo Lukic |
| 26Ermin Mahmic |
USA Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
The USA is expected to field a strong lineup, despite a few injury concerns. Key players like Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie will be pivotal in their offensive strategy. However, the absence of Cameron Carter-Vickers due to an Achilles tendon injury is a significant setback. Cristian Roldan’s muscle injury also leaves him doubtful for this match, potentially impacting the midfield’s dynamism.
- USA predicted lineup: Goalkeeper – Matt Freese, Right centre back – Alex Freeman, Central back – Tim Ream, Left centre back – Chris Richards, Right midfielder – Sergino Dest, Right central midfielder – Tyler Adams, Left central midfielder – Malik Tillman, Left midfielder – Antonee Robinson, Right attacking midfielder – Weston McKennie, Left attacking midfielder – Christian Pulisic, Centre forward – Folarin Balogun
- USA injuries and suspensions: Cameron Carter-Vickers, Cristian Roldan
Bosnia and Herzegovina Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Bosnia and Herzegovina will hope to deploy a balanced lineup that can challenge the US defence. With Edin Dzeko leading the attack, they possess the firepower to cause problems. However, they must navigate injury concerns with Hidajet Hankic and Osman Hadžikić, who are day-to-day, and Nidal Celik, who is out until early September.
- Bosnia and Herzegovina predicted lineup: Goalkeeper – Nikola Vasilj, Right back – Amar Dedic, Right centre back – Tarik Muharemovic, Left centre back – Nikola Katic, Left back – Sead Kolasinac, Right midfielder – Esmir Bajraktarevic, Right central midfielder – Benjamin Tahirovic, Left central midfielder – Ivan Basic, Left midfielder – Kerim Alajbegović, Right forward – Ermedin Demirovic, Left forward – Edin Dzeko
- Bosnia and Herzegovina injuries and suspensions: Hidajet Hankic, Osman Hadžikić, Nidal Celik
With so much at stake, both teams will need to overcome these challenges to secure a spot in the next round.
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