USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Prediction, Lineups, Betting Pick, Latest World Cup Round of 32 Odds - July 1st
The USA and Bosnia and Herzegovina prepare to lock horns in a highly anticipated FIFA World Cup knockout clash, with both nations eyeing a spot in the Round of 16.
OC Staff - July 1, 2026, 5:20 PM EDT
3 Minute ReadUSA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Prediction: Can Christian Pulisic, USMNT Dominate En Route to Round of 16 on Wednesday Night in Santa Clara?
The USA and Bosnia and Herzegovina prepare to lock horns in a highly anticipated FIFA World Cup knockout clash, with the Stars and Stripes having comfortably topped their group while their European opponents squeezed through in third place. This crucial fixture is scheduled for July 1st at 8 PM ET, as both nations eye a coveted spot in the Round of 16.
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Form
The hosts head into this match following a narrow 3-2 defeat against Turkiye in their final group game, a result that did little to damage their momentum after already securing qualification. Prior to that slip-up, the home side enjoyed a strong run in the tournament, defeating Australia 2-0 and brushing aside Paraguay 4-1. Their wider form over the last six matches includes friendly victories over Senegal (3-2) alongside defeats to powerhouse nations Germany (2-1) and Portugal (2-0).
Bosnia and Herzegovina, meanwhile, secured their progression with a vital 3-1 victory over Qatar in their last outing. The visitors have experienced a mixed bag of results recently, suffering a heavy 4-1 defeat to Switzerland and drawing 1-1 with Canada in their opening group fixtures. Looking back at their last six matches, they also recorded draws against Panama (1-1) and North Macedonia (0-0), in addition to a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Italy in European qualification.
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Head to Head
The last meeting between these two nations took place in December 2021, where the USA secured a narrow 1-0 victory in an international friendly.
Historically, these sides have only faced each other three times. The home side holds the upper hand in the head-to-head record, remaining undefeated against the visitors with two victories and one draw. This includes a thrilling 4-3 win for the Americans back in 2013 and a goalless stalemate in 2018.
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USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Odds
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USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: Wednesday, July 1st, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Where: Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, California
- How to Watch: FOX, Telemundo, FOX One
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Betting Trends
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USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Probable Lineups
USA (4-2-3-1): Freese; Robinson, Richards, Ream, Freeman; Tillman, Adams; Pulisic, McKennie, Dest; Balogun
Bosnia and Herzegovina (4-4-2): Vasilj; Kolasinac, Katic, Muharemovic, Memic; Alajbegovic, Sunjic, Basic, Bajraktarevic; Dzeko, Demirovic
The tactical battleground will be fascinating. The hosts are expected to dominate the ball, boasting an impressive tournament average of 63.66% possession and a pass accuracy of 85.01%. Conversely, the visitors prefer a more direct approach, averaging just 43.61% possession. The match may well be decided in the air; the away side averages a dominant 21.67 aerial duels won per game compared to the hosts' 16.5, meaning set-pieces will be a major threat for the European outfit.
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Team News
The USA could be missing a trio of players for this crucial knockout match, with Mark McKenzie, Cristian Roldan, and Auston Trusty all rated as doubts.
Bosnia and Herzegovina have a relatively clean bill of health, with Amar Dedic being the only major concern as he faces a race against time to be fit for the clash.
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Match Facts
Prediction: USA 1-0 Bosnia and Herzegovina
The USA enter this clash as favourites, backed by a superior average team rating of 6.95 compared to Bosnia's 6.56. While the visitors will rely on the physical presence of veteran forward Dzeko to cause problems, the hosts' ability to control the tempo of the game through Adams and Tillman should limit the visitors' opportunities. Expect the home side to break down a stubborn defensive block and secure a narrow victory to advance to the next round.
Best Bet: USA to Win to Nil (+115) Check out the best odds on BetMGM Sportsbook
Given that the hosts are expected to dominate possession and limit Bosnia to few chances, backing the home side to win without conceding offers excellent value. The visitors average just 9 shots per game in the tournament, suggesting they may struggle to breach the American backline.
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