USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Kickoff Time, Date, Venue, Lineups, Live Stream Channels
Santa Clara
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina is World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Match 81 at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout match is scheduled for 1 July 2026, with kickoff at 17:00 PT / 20:00 ET / 00:00 UTC on 2 July / 01:00 BST on 2 July / 02:00 CEST on 2 July. This hub covers the date, venue, projected lineups, live stream channels, prediction, H2H, and key stats.
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina brings World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Match 81 to San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. The United States reached the knockout match as Group D winners after beating Paraguay and Australia before losing to Turkiye. Bosnia and Herzegovina reached the bracket from Group B after drawing Canada, losing to Switzerland, and beating Qatar 3-1. The USA carry home pressure and crowd energy, while Bosnia and Herzegovina have enough size to make set pieces decisive.
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Match Date and Kickoff Time
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina takes place on 1 July 2026. Santa Clara kickoff is 17:00 PT, which converts to 20:00 ET, 00:00 UTC on 2 July, 01:00 BST on 2 July, and 02:00 CEST in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The time slot gives U.S. viewers a prime evening knockout match and gives Bosnia fans an overnight start. Since this is a knockout match, extra time and penalties can follow if the score stays level after 90 minutes. Fans should keep live coverage open beyond the normal match window.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | 1 July 2026 |
| Local Kickoff | 17:00 PT in Santa Clara |
| Viewer Times | 17:00 PT / 20:00 ET / 00:00 UTC on 2 July / 01:00 BST on 2 July / 02:00 CEST on 2 July |
| Stage | Round of 32 – Match 81 |
| Status | Upcoming |
Venue: San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Santa Clara
San Francisco Bay Area Stadium hosts USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara, California. FIFA lists the venue as San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, while local event coverage uses Levi’s Stadium. The Bay Area setting gives the USMNT a major home-stage test.
Supporters should confirm parking, rideshare zones, VTA access, security rules, and entry gates before matchday. Santa Clara traffic can build early around Levi’s Stadium, so arrival timing matters. Evening kickoff also means return travel should be planned before extra time becomes possible.
Predicted Lineups
The projected USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina lineups place the USA in a 4-2-3-1 and Bosnia and Herzegovina in a 3-5-2. The USA can build around Turner, Dest, Richards, Ream, Robinson, Adams, McKennie, Pulisic, Reyna, Weah, and Balogun. Bosnia can build around Vasilj, Ahmedhodzic, Katic, Kolasinac, Dedic, Gazibegovic, Gigovic, Tahirovic, Hajradinovic, Mahmic, and Dzeko.
| Team | Probable Shape | Projected XI |
|---|---|---|
| USA | 4-2-3-1 | Matt Turner; Sergino Dest; Chris Richards; Tim Ream; Antonee Robinson; Tyler Adams; Weston McKennie; Tim Weah; Gio Reyna; Christian Pulisic; Folarin Balogun |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 3-5-2 | Nikola Vasilj; Anel Ahmedhodzic; Nikola Katic; Sead Kolasinac; Amar Dedic; Jusuf Gazibegovic; Armin Gigovic; Benjamin Tahirovic; Haris Hajradinovic; Ermin Mahmic; Edin Dzeko |
These are projected XIs, not official team sheets. Pochettino can still adjust the midfield if he wants more carrying or protection after turnovers. Barbarez can add Demirovic or another runner if Bosnia need movement around Dzeko.
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina Live Stream Channels
The USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina live stream channels section focuses on official broadcasters. U.S. viewers should check FOX, FS1, Telemundo, Universo, FOX One, FOXSports.com, Peacock, and final matchday listings. Bosnia and Herzegovina viewers should check Arena Sport, BHRT, Arena Cloud, and authorized provider apps.
| Country | TV Channel | Streaming Route | Access Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FOX / FS1 / Telemundo / Universo | FOX One / FOXSports.com / Peacock | rights-holder access required |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Arena Sport / BHRT / local listings | Arena Cloud / provider apps | rights-holder access required |
| Canada | TSN / CTV / RDS | TSN app / CTV app / RDS app | rights-holder access required |
| United Kingdom | BBC / ITV allocation checks | BBC iPlayer / ITVX where listed | free-to-air |
| Australia | SBS / SBS Viceland | SBS On Demand | free-to-air |
Canadian viewers should check TSN, CTV, and RDS. UK viewers should check BBC and ITV allocation near kickoff, while Australian viewers should check SBS and SBS On Demand. Match-specific channel allocation can still change by language feed, provider package, and local listing.
USA Preview
United States enter ranked No. 15 and arrive as Group D winners. U.S. Soccer lists the group record as two wins, one loss, and zero draws. The United States beat Paraguay 4-1, beat Australia 2-0, then lost 3-2 to Turkiye.
The USA need control without becoming frantic. A home knockout crowd can lift the tempo, but it can also make rushed attacks feel tempting. Adams and McKennie need to keep the midfield connected so Bosnia cannot turn clearances into counters.
USA Current Form and Key Players
Christian Pulisic is central because his wide carrying, final-third timing, and pressure on Bosnia’s right side can stress Bosnia’s defensive shape. Balogun gives the USA a central scoring reference, while Reyna and Weah can connect attacks if the ball moves early. The USA need controlled pressing, patient switches, and calm finishing in a home knockout setting.
Bosnia and Herzegovina Preview
Bosnia and Herzegovina enter ranked No. 64 and arrive through the Group B route. Bosnia and Herzegovina drew 1-1 with Canada, lost 4-1 to Switzerland, and beat Qatar 3-1. That final group win repaired the mood before the Santa Clara knockout test.
Bosnia and Herzegovina need the match to slow down at the right moments. If they defend deep, Dzeko and Mahmic need support after the first clearance. If they press too high, the USA can attack behind the wing-backs.
Bosnia and Herzegovina Current Form and Key Players
Edin Dzeko gives Bosnia their clearest penalty-box craft, hold-up play, and set-piece presence route. Kolasinac and Ahmedhodzic add size in the box, while Dedic can carry Bosnia forward from wide areas. Bosnia and Herzegovina need clean first contacts, set-piece threat, and support near Dzeko.
Match Prediction
The USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina prediction is USA 2-1 Bosnia and Herzegovina. The probability split is 55 percent USA, 25 percent draw, and 20 percent Bosnia and Herzegovina. Confidence is 55 percent because the USA have home advantage, stronger ranking, and a better group route.
A 2-1 USA result fits the current evidence. Bosnia and Herzegovina can keep the game tense through set pieces and Dzeko’s hold-up play, yet the USA have more speed in transition and more crowd energy. The prediction should be checked again when official lineups arrive.
Head to Head Record
The USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina H2H record includes three tracked senior friendlies. The United States have two wins and one draw from those meetings, while Bosnia and Herzegovina are still looking for a first win in the series. No World Cup meeting is listed in the checked source set.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Senior Meetings | 3 |
| USA Wins | 2 |
| Draws | 1 |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina Wins | 0 |
| World Cup Meetings | 0 |
The friendly record gives the USA a small historical edge, but tournament pressure changes the matchup. Current form, midfield discipline, and finishing quality matter more than old friendly results. The first 20 minutes should show whether Bosnia can slow the U.S. press.
Key Stats Comparison
The USA hold the ranking, venue, and group-winner edge from the verified tournament route. Bosnia and Herzegovina have a clear set-piece path and enough size to change the match from one delivery. The comparison points toward a USA lean with a real aerial warning.
| Stat | USA | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 15 | 64 |
| Route | Group D winner | Group B qualifier |
| Recent Group Form | W-W-L | D-L-W |
| Group Goals Scored | 8 | 5 |
| Group Goals Conceded | 4 | 6 |
| Prediction Probability | 55% | 20% |
Readers can follow the United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina preview and the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 bracket as team news changes. The full World Cup 2026 standings explain how both teams reached this knockout match.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina kick off?
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina kicks off at 17:00 PT and 20:00 ET on 1 July 2026. Sarajevo time is 02:00 CEST on 2 July.
Where is USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina being played?
The Round of 32 match is scheduled for San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in Santa Clara. The local stadium name is Levi’s Stadium.
Are USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina lineups confirmed?
Official lineups are yet to be confirmed. The projected XIs should be checked again close to kickoff.
What TV channel has USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina?
U.S. viewers should check FOX, FS1, Telemundo, Universo, FOX One, FOXSports.com, and Peacock. Bosnia viewers should check Arena Sport, BHRT, and Arena Cloud.
What is the USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina prediction?
The FWCTimes prediction is USA 2-1 Bosnia and Herzegovina. The USA have home advantage, but Bosnia can threaten through set pieces and direct play.
USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina gives the Round of 32 a host-nation pressure test in Santa Clara. Official lineups and some match-specific channel allocations remain yet to be confirmed, so the hub should be checked again before kickoff. FWCTimes will keep live score, lineups, stats, and watch routes connected from this main match hub as those pages publish.
