USA and Bosnia and Herzegovina will clash in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The USA have been in good form in their recent games, winning 2 of their group stage games and losing 1. Bosnia, on the other hand, won just 1 of their group stage games, but that was enough to get them to this round.
Which nation will win this game, or what betting markets are best for this game? At TopBets, we have analyzed the teams’ data and past games to provide you with the top predictions for the USA v Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup match. Continue reading below!
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USA and Bosnia will face off in their round of 32 2026 World Cup game at Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara, CA), United States, on 2nd July 2026. Both teams are in different forms but have a single goal, and that is to move to the round of 16 of the World Cup.
Both sides look ready for this game, but which team will get the precious points? Will that influence your betting on this game? Let’s see the match details.
Match Details
Here are the USA v Bosnia and Herzegovina match details:
- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026
- Matchday: Wednesday
- Date: 2nd July, 2026
- Kick-off time: 1:00 AM Nigerian Time
- Venue: Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara, CA), United States.
Why this Match Matters
The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout rounds are here, and we can say the competition has gotten serious. This is a must-win clash for both nations, even as they are in different forms and qualities; it won’t be easy for either side. To move to the round of 16 of this competition, one team must lose this game.
USA v Bosnia and Herzegovina Head-to-Head Stats
Both nations have previously met 3 times in the past, but those clashes were friendlies, and they have not met in a competitive game before. Below is their head-to-head record.
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Competition | Match | Result |
| 19/12/2021 | International Friendly | USA vs Bosnia | 1-0 |
| 29/01/2018 | International Friendly | USA vs Bosnia | 0-0 |
| 14/08/2013 | International Friendly | Bosnia vs USA | 3-4 |
USA’s Last Five Matches
The USA has been in good form in its recent games. They won 3 of their last 5 games and 2 group stage games. Below is a table of their previous matches.
| Date | Match | Result |
| 26/06/2026 | Turkey vs. USA | Lost 3-2 |
| 19/06/2026 | USA vs. Australia | Won 2-0 |
| 13/06/2026 | USA vs. Paraguay | Won 4-1 |
| 06/06/2026 | USA vs. Germany | Lost 1-2 |
| 31/05/2026 | USA vs. Senegal | Won 3-2 |
Goals Scored and Conceded
Across the USA’s last 5 games, they have been good in front of goal, scoring 12 goals in their last 5 games. Also, they have conceded 8 goals and have just 1 clean sheet in their last 5 games. Below is a breakdown of their recent goal statistics:
- Goals Scored: 12
- Goals Conceded: 8
- Clean Sheets: 1
Key Trends from the USA’s Recent Matches
Going through the USA’s recent games and past games, some interesting trends are clear, and we believe they should be taken seriously when betting on their 2026 World Cup matches. Below are the trends we found:
- USA have won 3 of their last 5 games.
- Their defense has been bad; they have kept just 1 clean sheet in their last 5 games.
- Three of the last 5 games have seen both teams scoring.
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Recent Form
Bosnia’s national team has been in bad form in its last 5 games. They have won just 1 of their last 5 games, scoring 6 goals in the run. Below is a table showcasing their last 5 matches:
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Last Five Matches
| Date | Match | Result |
| 24/06/2026 | Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Qatar | Won 3-1 |
| 18/06/2026 | Switzerland vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina | Loss 4-1 |
| 12/06/2026 | Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina | Draw 1-1 |
| 06/06/2026 | Panama vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina | Draw 1-1 |
| 29/06/2026 | Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. North Macedonia | Draw 0-0 |
Goals Scored and Conceded
Across Bosnia and Herzegovina’s last 5 games, they have scored 6 goals and conceded 7, with 1 clean sheet in their last 5 games. Below is a breakdown of their recent goal statistics:
- Goals Scored: 6
- Goals Conceded: 7
- Clean Sheets: 1
Key Trends from Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Recent Matches
Going through Bosnia’s previous games, some interesting trends are clear, and we believe these trends should impact your World Cup predictions on this team. Below are the trends we found:
- Bosnia has won just 1 of their last 5 games.
- In Bosnia’s 4 of their last 5 games, both teams have scored.
- Bosnia have just 1 clean sheet in their last 5 games.
Team News
Both national teams are expected to start their best players, and below we’ll share what to expect from the lineups.
USA Team News
There are some important team updates from the U.S camp, and below, we’ll share them:
Injuries
- There are no injuries for the USA ahead of this game.
Suspensions/Absentees
- There are no suspensions for the USA ahead of this game.
USA’s Key Players to Watch
The USA brought world-class players for their World Cup campaign, and some of them are:
- Folarin Balogun, USA’s top striker and point man in this game, will certainly be one of the key figures for USA. He has already scored twice in this World Cup.
- Christian Pulsic is a very fast winger who is expected to cause defenders many issues in this game.
- Tyler Adams is a midfield maestro who can control both the defensive and the offensive side of the midfield.
Bosnia and Herzegovina Team News
Bosnia arrives at this World Cup with a very competitive, world-class squad, and they are expected to give their opponents a tough time.
Injuries
- Amar Dedic is a doubt for this game after he injured his thigh.
Suspensions
- There are no suspensions reported from Bosnia’s football camp.
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Key Players to Watch
Bosnia’s national team brought top players to this World Cup campaign, and some of them are:
- Ermedin Demirović provides a very dangerous attacking option for Bosnia in this game. He has good pace and directness in attack.
- Edin Dzeko is Bosnia’s leading and experienced striker, and he will be expected to cause an upset in this game.
- Sead Kolašinac, a very good defender who has experience at the top level of football. We expect him to handle USA attacks.
Predicted Lineups
Here are the predicted lineups for this USA v Bosnia 2026 World Cup clash.
USA Predicted XI
Goalkeeper: Freese
Defenders: Freeman, Ream, Richards, Robinson
Midfielders: Adams, Tillman, Dest, McKennie, Pulisic
Forwards: Balogun
Bosnia and Herzegovina Predicted XI
Goalkeeper: Vasilj
Defenders: Dedić, Katić, Muharemović, Kolašinac
Midfielders: Bajraktarević, Šunjić, Bašić, Alajbegović
Forwards: Džeko, Demirović
Best Betting Markets for USA v Bosnia and Herzegovina
This game presents various betting opportunities, and going by their recent and past results, Topbets presents the following predictions:
Match Winner Prediction
USA have been in fine form in their recent games. They have won 3 of their last 5 games, while Bosnia has struggled to win their games. Playing in front of their home fans, we expect a win from USA in this game. Bosnia has been poor, failing to beat teams like North Macedonia, and has also been thrashed 4-1 in this competition already.
Prediction: USA to Win
Over/Under Goals
This game looks like it would have goals in it. Four out of the USA’s last five games have seen at least 3 goals scored. Also, Bosnia’s last 2 games have ended with at least 3 goals being scored, and we expect a similar outcome in this game.
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals
Both teams to Score
While the USA have been in good form, one stand-out trend in their games is that both teams always find the net. In 4 of their last 5 games, both teams have scored. Also, a similar outcome can be seen in 4 of Bosnia’s last 5 games. We expect both teams to score in this game.
Prediction: Yes
Anytime Goalscorer
Folarin Balogun is the deadliest threat in the USA’s attack, and for the fact that they need to qualify for the next stage of this competition, we expect most attacks to flow to him. Folarin Balogun to score is a good value bet for this game.
Prediction: Folarin Balogun
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USA v Bosnia and Herzegovina Prediction
Still need more predictions for this clash? We’ve got you covered. Below are other prediction tips for this game.
Best Bet
The competition is now serious, and one of our best bets in this game is in the cards market. We expect to play over 2.5 cards in this game. Both sides are expected to defend and attack intensely in this game, and that should lead to flying tackles and tempers flaring.
Prediction: Over 2.5 Cards
Correct Score Prediction
We expect this game to have goals in it, as both sides are very good attacking-wise. Recent games involving teams have been high-scoring, and with everything at stake in this game, we expect a 2-1 correct score.
Prediction: 2-1
Match Analysis and Verdict
USA is in excellent form, while Bosnia has poor. The USA is playing at home and has been fired up in this World Cup. Bosnia is expected to put up a big fight in this game, but we expect this game to be more of who will outscore whom. The US have the pace and strength more than Bosnia, and that’s why we expect them to win.

