Match #81Round of 32

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Kickoff 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT) at Levi's Stadium, San Francisco Bay Area

United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina - Wednesday, July 1, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 81

Wed, Jul 1

Date

8:00 PM

Kickoff (ET)

Round of 32

Round

#81

Match

Where to watch United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina

All countries β†’

Official rights-holders by country. Streaming-only services and free-to-air channels are tagged.

United States
Canada
  • CTV(TV, English, Bell Media)
  • TSN(TV, English)
  • TSN+(stream, English stream)
  • RDS(TV, French)
Mexico
United Kingdom
Australia
Germany
  • ARD(TV, Free-to-air, Das Erste)
  • ZDF(TV, Free-to-air)
  • MagentaTV(stream, All 104 matches)
France
Spain
Brazil
Argentina
Japan
  • NHK(TV, Free-to-air)
  • ABEMA(stream, Free streaming)
South Korea

Rights and channel assignments verified ahead of the tournament. Live channel for FOX (US English) and Telemundo (US Spanish) splits between primary and secondary networks per match . check the rights-holder's schedule on match day for the exact channel.

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Match-day essentials - Levi's Stadium

Gates open

Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.

Bag policy

Clear bag only - max 12"Γ—6"Γ—12". One small clutch (4.5"Γ—6.5") allowed.

Tickets

Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.

Cash or card

Cashless. Cards and mobile pay only.

Best way to get there

VTA Light Rail (recommended)

Great America Station is steps from the stadium. Connect from Caltrain at Mountain View Station or via VTA buses.

When to arrive

Arrive 90-120 min early. San Jose traffic is heavy, especially from SF on Caltrain (which gets crowded 90 min pre-match).

Venue

Levi's Stadium

San Francisco Bay Area, California - 68,500 capacity - Open roof

Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara is one of the most technologically advanced and environmentally sustainable sports venues in the world. Built to LEED Gold certification, it features a rooftop garden and a solar panel installation that generates enough electricity to power all home games.

Address

4900 Marie P DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA

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About This Match

United States face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. United States are ranked #17 in the world and managed by Mauricio Pochettino; Bosnia and Herzegovina sit at #65 under Sergej Barbarez. The match kicks off at 17:00 local time at Levi's Stadium in San Francisco Bay Area.

United States

The United States enter the 2026 FIFA World Cup as co-hosts with their highest expectations in decades, powered by a golden generation of American players thriving in Europe's top leagues. Argentine coach Mauricio Pochettino has galvanised the USMNT, with Chelsea's Christian Pulisic and the emerging Gio Reyna providing genuine world-class quality. Group D alongside Australia, Paraguay, and Turkey is very winnable, and anything less than a quarterfinal run would be considered disappointing on home soil. The 1994 World Cup - also hosted by the USA - ignited soccer culture in America; the 2026 edition, with 11 co-host cities, could complete that transformation.

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Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina make only their second World Cup appearance in 2026, having debuted memorably at Brazil 2014 - where they showed flashes of brilliance despite going out in the group stage. The Dragons qualified via the UEFA playoffs, proving they belong among Europe's competitive mid-tier sides. Veteran striker Edin DΕΎeko, one of the greatest players in Bosnian football history, leads the attack in what may well be his final major tournament. Group B against Canada, Switzerland, and Qatar is challenging but navigable - a historic progression from the group stage would be a massive milestone for this young footballing nation.

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Recent Form

Last results for United States and Bosnia and Herzegovina in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.

United States

LW
  • Jun 6vs Germany1-2
  • May 31vs Senegal3-2

Bosnia and Herzegovina

DD
  • Jun 6at Panama1-1
  • May 29vs North Macedonia0-0

Where to Watch United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina

FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.

United States

FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)

FOX Sports app, Peacock

Canada

TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)

TSN+, Crave

Mexico

TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca

ViX, TUDN app

United Kingdom

BBC One, ITV1

BBC iPlayer, ITVX

Australia

Optus Sport

Optus Sport app

Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX β†’ FS1) match by match.

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United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina - FAQ

When is United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina in the 2026 World Cup?+

United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina is on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 with kickoff at 17:00 local time at Levi's Stadium in San Francisco Bay Area.

Where is United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina being played?+

The match is at Levi's Stadium in San Francisco Bay Area, California. Capacity 68,500, Open roof.

What round is United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina?+

It's a Round of 32 match - match number 81 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

How do I get to Levi's Stadium for United States vs Bosnia and Herzegovina?+

VTA Light Rail (recommended): Great America Station is steps from the stadium. Connect from Caltrain at Mountain View Station or via VTA buses.

What time should I arrive at Levi's Stadium?+

Arrive 90-120 min early. San Jose traffic is heavy, especially from SF on Caltrain (which gets crowded 90 min pre-match).

What is United States's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+

United States is ranked #17 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Mauricio Pochettino. Their best World Cup result is 3rd Place.

What is Bosnia and Herzegovina's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+

Bosnia and Herzegovina is ranked #65 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Sergej Barbarez. Their best World Cup result is Group Stage.