USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina: Kickoff Time, Live Stream, TV Channel for World Cup 2026 Match
The United States and Bosnia and Herzegovina meet in the Round of 32 of the World Cup 2026, each team chasing a historic milestone. The U.S. squad aims to surpass the Round of 16 stage, a feat they've only achieved once since 1994 when they defeated Mexico in 2002. To end their long-standing streak of early exits, overcoming Bosnia and Herzegovina is essential.
Match Details and Broadcast Info
Kickoff: Wednesday, July 1, at 8 p.m. ET
Venue: Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, California
TV Channel: FOX
Live Stream Options: fubo, Fox One, Fox Sports app/website
FOX will broadcast the match across the United States, while streaming options include the Fox Sports app and the dedicated platform fubo, which offers a free trial for new users. This service streams over 100 live TV and sports channels without cable.
Team Form and Key Players
The U.S. advanced confidently from Group D, securing wins over Paraguay (4-1) and Australia (2-0), before resting key players in a narrow loss to Turkey (3-2). Christian Pulisic, previously sidelined with a calf injury, returned in the last group match and will lead the offense alongside Folarin Balogun and Weston McKennie.
Meanwhile, Bosnia and Herzegovina, also known as the Zmajevi, reached the knockout round for the first time in their second World Cup appearance. They advanced from Group B after a draw against Canada and a victory over Qatar. Key contributors include Ermin Mahmic, Kerim Alajbegovic, Jovo Lukic, with veteran leaders Edin Dzeko and Esmir Bajraktarevic anchoring the team.
Upcoming World Cup Matches
The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, marking the first tournament hosted by three nations: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches take place across 16 cities spanning these countries, including Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto, Vancouver, Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey.
This edition expands to 48 teams, an increase from the previous 32, resulting in 104 matches total — from the group stages through to the final. The final is set for July 19 at the MetLife Stadium, branded as New York-New Jersey Stadium for FIFA.
Streaming and Broadcast Information
In the U.S., English-language coverage appears on FOX and FS1, both available on the streaming service fubo, which is an option for viewers without cable. Spanish broadcasts air on Telemundo and Universo, streamed via DIRECTV and Peacock.
Teams Participating
The tournament features 48 teams including United States, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Argentina, Brazil, England, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, among others.
