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US fans celebrate World Cup last-16 spot

Euronews World · 2026-07-02

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• What happened: The United States secured a spot in the World Cup last-16 after defeating Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0, with Folarin Balogun scoring the first goal before receiving a red card. Malik Tillman added a second goal late in the match. • Why it matters: This victory marks a significant achievement for the US team in the World Cup, showcasing their determination and resilience, especially after playing with 10 men. • What to watch next: The United States will face Belgium in the last 16, a crucial match that will determine their progression in the tournament.

No Comment Video. US fans celebrate World Cup last-16 spot Copy/paste the link below: Copy/paste the article video embed link below: Updated: 02/07/2026 - 11:16 GMT+2 US supporters celebrate in Carson, California, after the United States beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to reach the World Cup round of 16. Fans celebrated outside the stadium in Santa Clara, California, after the United States secured a 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina to reach the World Cup last 16. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Folarin Balogun opened the scoring before being sent off in the second half, leaving the hosts to play with 10 men. Malik Tillman doubled the lead with a free-kick in the 82nd minute to seal the win. Supporters praised the team's determination and the atmosphere inside the stadium, while some described Balogun's red card as controversial. The United States will now face Belgium in the last 16 as they continue their home World Cup campaign. USA Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup 2026 Top stories Now playing Next US fans celebrate World Cup last-16 spot Now playing Next Couple climbs Empire State Building, gets engaged, then arrested Now playing Next Water cannons cool tourists at Rome's Colosseum amid heatwave Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | July 2nd, 2026 – Morning Now playing Next EU looks to South Caucasus for solutions as von der Leyen meets Aliyev Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | July 1st, 2026 – Evening Now playing Next Ukraine hits Russian oil refinery for second time, Zelenskyy says Now playing Next Portuguese graphene that hides jets and drones may transform defence Now playing Next Heat kills 900 in Spain's second-hottest June on record Now playing Next Ukraine hits Russian oil refinery for second time, Zelenskyy says Now playing Next 'We cannot kill our industry due to climate change,' Weber says Now playing Next Ukrainian volunteers in Poland support front despite war fatigue Now playing Next 'Major health crisis looming over Venezuela,' EU Civil Protection expert warns Now playing Next Ahead of the 250th anniversary of American independence, how do Europeans see Trump and the US? Now playing Next Europe Today: Clash over EU cash set to dominate today's Budget Conference Now playing Next Russian missile and drone strikes kill 13 in Kyiv after Zelenskyy warns of massive attack ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT No Comment Transhumance tradition returns to French Alps No Comment Mexico fans celebrate World Cup win over Ecuador No Comment Drone captures rivers of lava flowing down Mount Etna No Comment South African protesters call for undocumented migrants to leave The Ring MEPs clash in The Ring over the right answers to Europe's scorching heat dome Earth News Heat dome threatens World Cup fans as temperatures soar across eastern US Europe News European Parliament to start procedure to ban Alternative for Germany’s EU party Europe News Trial begins for suspected mastermind behind killing of Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia The Cube Just a few social media posts from self-styled 'experts' can strongly influence opinion, study says Culture news O Canada! Eurovision Song Contest welcomes first new country since 2015 Culture news Mattel releases new Barbie in partnership with Miley Cyrus Europe Today Ireland 'ambitious' to open more negotiation chapters with Ukraine during EU presidency ADVERTISEMENT East-West Connect How this country is adopting AI in schools Iran Ship runs aground in Hormuz as Iran insists on controlling the strait Europe News At least six dead after blaze breaks out at Belgium apartment block, police say Business Trump made over €1 billion from crypto in first year back in office, new filing shows Europe News Pope calls on Lefebvrists to halt bishop ordinations Europe News Manfred Weber attacks Pedro Sánchez on migration as EPP takes a tougher stance Europe Today EU set for trade 'conflict' with China unless deal reached by autumn, EPP chief Weber tells Euronews Europe Today 'We cannot kill our industry due to climate change,' Manfred Weber says ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT

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