After being eliminated in the group stage of the 2014 World Cup and failing to qualify for the 2018 and 2022 editions, Bosnia-Herzegovina's progression to the knockout stage in 2026 represents a remarkable achievement.
The match will be played in Santa Clara, California, giving the United States the advantage of playing on home soil.
Even so, Bosnia-Herzegovina possess enough quality to pose a serious challenge to one of the tournament's co-hosts.
Team News and Prediction
The United States will continue to assess the fitness of Christian Roldan, Mark McKenzie, and Auston Trusty before confirming their final squad.
Aside from those concerns, Mauricio Pochettino has no major injury issues. Sergino Dest, Chris Richards, Antonee Robinson, Tyler Adams, Malik Tillman, Christian Pulisic, and Weston McKennie are all expected to start.
Folarin Balogun, who has been heavily linked with a big-money move away from Monaco this summer, has already scored twice in the tournament and is set to spearhead the American attack once again.
Bosnia-Herzegovina, meanwhile, remain uncertain over Amar Dedic, who is struggling with a thigh injury. Otherwise, The Dragons head into the contest with a fully competitive squad.
Tarik Muharemovic missed the victory over Qatar after serving a suspension following his red card against Switzerland.
The 23-year-old defender is now available again and is expected to return to the starting lineup.
Veteran striker Edin Dzeko has yet to find the net in his two appearances at the 2026 World Cup. However, the 40-year-old, who has scored 73 international goals for Bosnia-Herzegovina, is still expected to lead the frontline on Wednesday.
Bosnia-Herzegovina are more than capable of causing problems and have the quality to spring an upset in the Round of 32.
Nevertheless, home advantage could prove decisive, with the United States favored to secure a place in the last 16.
Klik Saja Prediction
USA 3-1 Bosnia-Herzegovina
