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Opta’s pre-match analysis for USA vs Belgium in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 in Seattle highlights the USA’s strong form (three wins from four, their best group-stage tally) and Belgium’s knockout pedigree, while noting Belgium’s poor first-half scoring this tournament (one goal in nine first halves, 2.6% first-half conversion). The piece references a stat-packed match centre with expected goals, passing networks and other analytics.
Malik Tillman curled a late free-kick into the net as the United States beat Bosnia 2-0, with a bloodied right foot visible in his sock, securing the Americans a place in the World Cup round of 16.
The U.S. men’s national team returns to World Cup action tonight at Levi’s Stadium with a get‑in price of $1,369 for the knockout-round clash vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina, a 57% drop from the peak but still among the priciest for the knockout stage; Argentina-Cape Verde in Miami is the most expensive at $2,022. Group-game prices were Paraguay $1,437, Australia $1,758, and Turkiye $1,907.
The U.S. men's national team advances to the World Cup knockout stage and will face Bosnia and Herzegovina on July 1 at 8 p.m. ET, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, with Fox broadcasting in English and Telemundo in Spanish and streaming options on Fubo and the FOX One App.
The United States must regain momentum and credibility in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara after a defeat to Turkiye, with coach Mauricio Pochettino reshaping the lineup and employing a high-pressing, aggressive style. The team has shown improvements with a new formation and personnel, but must balance risk with patience and adaptability to advance in a tournament where European opposition remains formidable.
Canada, the Group B runner-up, faces Group A runner-up South Africa in the World Cup Round of 16. Canada is the slight favorite (-155 to win, -380 to advance) with South Africa at +500 to win and +280 to advance; kickoff is 3 p.m. ET in Inglewood. Expert Martin Green expects a tight, low-scoring affair as both teams sit back, making Under 2.5 goals the likely outcome, and Jonathan David could provide a key Canadian goal while Alphonso Davies remains out with a hamstring injury.
The United States men’s national team’s World Cup knockout path is set: on July 1 they face Bosnia and Herzegovina at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara; a win advances them to the Round of 16 against the Belgium–Senegal winner on July 6 at Lumen Field in Seattle; a win there would move them to the quarterfinal on July 10 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles against the winner of Portugal, Croatia, Spain and Austria; a semifinal would follow on July 14 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, with the final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey if they keep winning.
USMNT, after topping its group, faces Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup Round of 32 with knockout-stage pressure rising (the new Round of 32 adds another hurdle); captain Tim Ream says the team must carry the intensity from the first two games, while Cristian Roldan nears full fitness as full training resumes.
The U.S. men’s soccer team advanced to the World Cup knockout stage despite a late 3-2 loss to Turkey in the group finale. Coach Mauricio Pochettino rotated his lineup, Christian Pulisic returned as a substitute from a calf injury, and the result leaves the Americans’ path unchanged: they will face Bosnia-Herzegovina in the Round of 16 as they shift from group play to the tougher tournament phase.
The United States defeated Australia 2-0 in Seattle to advance to the World Cup knockout stage, with Alex Freeman scoring the second goal in a match played without injured Christian Pulisic.
Defector’s Luis Paez-Pumar previews the 2025-26 Champions League knockout playoffs, breaking down eight two-legged ties (PSG–Monaco, Juventus–Galatasaray, Real Madrid–Benfica, Atalanta–Dortmund, Newcastle–Qarabag, Atlético Madrid–Club Brugge, Inter–Bodo/Glimt, Leverkusen–Olympiacos) and weighing injuries, recent form, and managerial upheavals to gauge likely outcomes and potential upsets, with the standout note that most matches should be competitive even if a few favorites look vulnerable.
The 2025 Gold Cup features the US men's national team and Mexico on track for a likely final clash, with predictions favoring Mexico to beat Canada in the final. The USMNT, after a perfect group stage, faces Costa Rica in the quarterfinals, while Mexico is expected to advance past Panama. Semifinal matchups could be challenging, especially for the US, but both favorites are predicted to reach the final in Houston on July 6.
The U.S. women’s national soccer team secured a spot in the W Gold Cup knockout round with a 4-0 win over Argentina, thanks to Jaedyn Shaw's brace and goals from Alex Morgan and Lindsey Horan. The victory sets up an anticipated matchup against Mexico, with the U.S. aiming to secure the top-seeded spot in the quarterfinals. Despite some technical difficulties during the broadcast, the U.S. team showcased a heavily rotated starting lineup and a new formation, demonstrating the depth and potential of its young roster.
The quarterfinal matchups for the NBA's in-season tournament have been set, with the Indiana Pacers hosting the Boston Celtics and the New Orleans Pelicans traveling to face the Sacramento Kings on Monday. On Tuesday, the New York Knicks will play at the Milwaukee Bucks, while the Phoenix Suns take on the Los Angeles Lakers. The winners of these games will advance to the semifinals on December 7th, with the championship game scheduled for December 9th. Additionally, the NBA released the schedule for the other 22 teams participating in the tournament.
The NBA's in-season tournament is nearing the knockout round, with six of the eight spots still up for grabs. Several teams have already been eliminated, while others are fighting for their chance to advance. The Lakers and Pacers have secured their spots, while the remaining teams are vying for the remaining six slots. The Bucks, Heat, Knicks, Magic, Rockets, Timberwolves, Kings, and Warriors are among the teams still in contention. The wild card spots are also up for grabs, with the Knicks and Suns currently in the lead. The tournament games on Tuesday will determine the final standings and the teams that will advance to the knockout rounds.