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US riding wave of confidence to World Cup knockout rounds after strong start to home tournament

Tim Ream says the Americans are energized by a chance to make their best World Cup run after clinching their group by a combined 6-1.

  • On Wednesday, The Americans face Bosnia-Herzegovina in Santa Clara, California, seeking their first knockout-round victory since 2002.
  • Captain Tim Ream believes the team feels less pressure at this home tournament than four years ago in Qatar, when they lost 3-1 to the Netherlands.
  • Folarin Balogun sparked victories over Paraguay and Australia by a combined 6-1, while Cristian Roldan and Auston Trusty participated in modified training on Monday.
  • Defender Chris Richards says the current roster is more mature and tested than previous editions, finding Balogun's culture shock a hilarious distraction during downtime.
  • After breaking camp Monday in Orange County, players recognize the golden opportunity to make their nation's best World Cup run in the knockout rounds ahead.
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US playing at home and trying to avoid another quick exit from World Cup knockout rounds

Getting to the knockout rounds of the World Cup is nothing new for the United States. But that’s usually where the American make a quick exit. Wednesday’s match against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Santa Clara, California, marks the eighth time the U.S.…

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US riding wave of confidence to World Cup knockout rounds after strong start to home tournament

U.S. captain Tim Ream says his teammates all recognize the golden opportunity in front of them to make their nation’s best World Cup run in their home tournament over the following days.

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The Record broke the news in Waterloo, Canada on Monday, June 29, 2026.
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