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The USMNT is through to the Round of 16 at the two thousand twenty six FIFA World Cup after a commanding two-nothing victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina. Malik Tillman was the story of the night, putting on a technical masterclass capped by a stunning free-kick goal that had the entire country buzzing.
The celebration, though, came with a serious asterisk. Folarin Balogun was shown a red card in what many are calling one of the most controversial calls of this tournament. The ejection is being scrutinized hard, and the question now is whether the USMNT's most dangerous striker will be available when Belgium comes calling in the knockout round. That ruling could reshape everything.
And speaking of Belgium, the Americans have history with the Red Devils on the biggest stage. The two nations have met before in World Cup knockout football, and Monday's clash is shaping up as a genuine heavyweight bout. Kickoff is set, the bracket is locked, and the pressure on this young American squad just ratcheted up considerably.
That's your play-by-play. Sports Desk, back to the booth.
