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World Cup what to know: US looks to win first knockout match in 24 years against Bosnia-Herzegovina
By STEVE REED, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 1, 2026
· 1 min read
The United States national team has grown tired of hearing about its traditional shortcomings in World Cup knockout matches. The Americans will look to change that narrative on Wednesday as they attempt to win their first World Cup elimination game in 24 years when they face Bosnia-Herzegovina in...
Key takeaway The Americans will look to change that narrative on Wednesday as they attempt to win their first World Cup elimination game in 24 years when they face Bosnia-Herzegovina in the round of 32 in Santa Clara, [...
Why this matters in The McAllen
The US national team's quest to win its first World Cup knockout match in 24 years will have many in McAllen on the edge of their seats. As fans in the Rio Grande Valley gather to watch the match, they will be rooting for a team that has historically struggled in elimination games. The Valley's strong soccer following will be eager to see if the Americans can finally break through and advance to the next round. With the match being played in Santa Clara, local fans may not have the opportunity to attend in person, but that won't dampen their enthusiasm for the beautiful game. As the team faces off against Bosnia-Herzegovina, McAllen residents will be watching with bated breath, hoping that this will be the year the US team makes a deep run in the World Cup.
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Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? The United States national team has grown tired of hearing about its traditional shortcomings in World Cup knockout matches. The Americans will look to change that narrative on Wednesday as they attempt to win their first World Cup elimination game in 24 years when they face Bosnia-Herzegovina in...
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