Round of 32 · #81
United States v Bosnia
Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, California
The goals, minute by minute
- 45'Folarin BalogunGoal · 1-0
- 64'Folarin BalogunRed card
- 82'Malik TillmanGoal · 2-0
The preview
Written before the match. We've left it as it was, even where the game said otherwise.
Context
USA (1st Group D) vs Bosnia (best third) · knockout
Level of the teams
USA: host, coached by Pochettino, with attacking talent (Pulisic, Balogun,
Reyna) and massive support.
Bosnia: individual talent and finishing (Džeko, Tabaković), but inconsistent
and limited in depth.
Key factors
- USA plays at home with the pressure in its favor.
- Bosnia relies on its attacking pedigree with Džeko.
- USA is the favorite on home advantage and momentum.
Prediction
Result in 90': 2-1 USA (alternative: 2-0 USA)
- USA win: ~52%
- Draw: ~26%
- Bosnia win: ~22%
Advances: USA (~62%)
Player to watch: Christian Pulisic, the USA's attacking beacon.
Final verdict, Confidence: medium-high
USA is the favorite on home advantage and depth, but Bosnia with Džeko is
always dangerous at set pieces. An American progression is most likely.