US Gears Up for Bosnia Test as World Cup Knockout Opens
The United States moves into the World Cup knockout stage with a Round of 32 clash against Bosnia and Herzegovina; captain Tim Ream downplays pressure and says the team must expect the unexpected as it shifts from group play to knockouts, while Gio Reyna works back into form and earns more minutes. Bosnia’s wing threat and Edin Dzeko pose challenges for a US defense that has struggled against UEFA sides, and the Americans must solve new puzzles to advance, keeping in mind possible routes against Spain, France or England.