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United States vs Bosnia: Team News and Confirmed Lineups

The moment of truth is here for the United States and their opponents Bosnia in the World Cup round of 32. We offer team news and confirmed lineups for this clash.

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United States vs Bosnia

Date: Wednesday, July 1st, 2026
Venue: Levi’s Stadium in San Francisco
Kick Off: 17:00 local time in San Francisco
Referee: Raphael Claus
Current Odds: United States 1.4, Draw 4.6, Bosnia 7.5

United States Team News

Team USA was able to go with their first-choice XI for this matchup, which includes Tyler Adams in the midfield, captain Tim Ream at CB, Flo Balogun up front, with Christian Pulisic. This is the best lineup the USA could offer. Per Fox Sports, Pulisic said: ” I think the vibe feels good. We’ve still kept it light, and we still are going to be ready to battle once the whistle blows.”

Bosnia Team News

Bosnia has their captain Edin Dzeko as the starting striker, Kerim Alabegovic plays as the #10, there’s 3 designated defenders, but as many seven players will be playing behind the ball as Bosnia will look to absorb pressure against the Americans. Amar Dedic returns to the starting lineup after injury concerns. Stjepan Radeljic also starts after gaining his first start vs Qatar, and Armin Gigovic returns after not playing since matchday 1 in the midfield.

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United States Confirmed Lineup (4-2-3-1)

GK: Matt Freese

Defenders: Alex Freeman, Chris Richards, Tim Ream, Antonee Robinson

Midfield: Tyler Adams, Sergino Dest, Weston McKennie, Malik Tillman

Forwards: Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun

Bosnia Confirmed Lineup (5-3-2)

GK: Nikola Vasilj

Defenders: Amar Dedic, Tarik Muharemovic, Nikola Katic, Sead Kolasnic, Stjepan Radeljic

Midfield: Ivan Sunjic, Kerim Alabegovic, Armin Gigovic

Forwards: Ermedin Demirovic, Edin Dzeko

Main Photo Credit: Smartframe Images

About Steen Kirby

Steen is a dedicated sports journalist with over a decade of global experience chasing the drama and excitement of the world’s top sporting events. With a particular passion for tennis, he covers the sport at all levels—from the elite ATP Tour to the grind of the ATP Challenger circuit. Beyond the baseline, Steen’s interests span football, cricket, rugby league, baseball, and Formula 1. A devoted fan of clubs such as Barcelona, Monterrey Rayados, Atlético Nacional, the New York Mets, and Florida State Seminoles, he draws inspiration from the relentless grit of tennis legends Andy Murray and Lleyton Hewitt.