USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina: Kickoff Time, Live Stream, TV Channel for World Cup 2026 Match
The United States will take on Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32, both teams chasing historic breakthroughs. For the U.S., breaking past the Round of 16 has been elusive since 2002, their only knockout win since 1994. This match is key if they want to advance further in the tournament.
Current Form and Key Players
The U.S. topped Group D with convincing wins over Paraguay (4-1) and Australia (2-0), resting starters in a 3-2 loss to Turkey. Christian Pulisic, who missed part of the group stage due to injury, returned healthy and leads the attack with Folarin Balogun and Weston McKennie.
Bosnia and Herzegovina have momentum too. This is their second World Cup appearance and their first time advancing beyond the group stage. They progressed from Group B with a draw against Canada and a victory over Qatar. Goal contributions came from Ermin Mahmic, Kerim Alajbegovic, and Jovo Lukic, while Edin Dzeko and Esmir Bajraktarevic provide experience at the back.
Match Details: Kickoff Time and Venue
The USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina game kicks off on Wednesday, July 1, at 8 p.m. Eastern Time. The match will be held at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
Where to Watch: TV and Streaming Options
The match will air on FOX in the United States. Streaming options include fubo, Fox One, and the Fox Sports app or website. Fubo stands out as a top choice with its free trial available to new subscribers, offering access to ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and over 100 channels without cable.
Other World Cup Matches Around the Same Time
Here’s the World Cup schedule in Eastern Time for July 1 and 2:
- July 1: England vs. DR Congo (12 p.m.)
- July 1: Belgium vs. Senegal (4 p.m.)
- July 1: USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina (8 p.m.)
- July 2: Spain vs. Austria (3 p.m.)
- July 2: Portugal vs. Croatia (7 p.m.)
- July 2: Switzerland vs. Algeria (11 p.m.)
About the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, marking the first time it’s hosted by three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches take place across 16 cities in North America.
The expanded tournament features 48 teams, up from 32, increasing the number of matches to 104, including group stages and knockout rounds.
In the U.S., English-language coverage airs on FOX and FS1, accessible via streaming services like fubo. Spanish broadcasts are on Telemundo and Universo, streamable on platforms such as Peacock and DIRECTV.
The final is set for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the New York-New Jersey Stadium, better known as MetLife Stadium.
