BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) \u2014 The United States men’s national team leads Bosnia 1-0 at halftime in a round of 32 World Cup match at Levi’s Stadium, with a win-or-go-home result on the line for both sides.<\/p>\n
The U.S. entered the knockout round as Group D winners with 6 points. Bosnia advanced as a third-place finisher from Group B with 4 points.<\/p>\n
Heading into the match, the two teams carried different momentum. Bosnia won their final group stage game against Qatar 3-1, while the U.S. fell to Turkey 3-2 in their last outing.<\/p>\n
The teams also differ in tactical approach. Bosnia lines up in a 4-4-2 formation, while the U.S. typically deploys a 4-2-3-1.<\/p>\n
The U.S. broke through at the 45th minute, sending the crowd at Legends into a frenzy.<\/p>\n
Kyle Lawson, who watched the match with his family at Legends, captured the atmosphere inside the venue.<\/p>\n
“So far the game’s been good. The energy has been good here. It’s been fun, it’s been exciting. We’ve been here a few times. It’s always a good time. Energy’s always great, and definitely it’s a good place to come back,” Lawson said.<\/p>\n
If the U.S. advances, they will face Belgium in the round of 16. That match is scheduled for Monday, July 6 at 5 p.m. in Seattle.<\/p>\n
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