NewsNBC Bay Area — Local NewsJuly 2, 2026California
Bruce Arena shares outlook on US Men's National Team World Cup progress
Former U.S. men’s national team manager Bruce Arena expressed optimism for the current American squad following their recent victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina. The team is preparing for a Round of 16 match against Belgium in Seattle.
Read the full story at NBC Bay Area — Local NewsWhy It Matters
The U.S. men's national soccer team has advanced to the in the 2026 World Cup and is scheduled to play Belgium on Monday.
Key Facts
- The U.S. men's national team defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the Round of 32.
- The U.S. team will play Belgium in the Round of 16 on Monday in Seattle.
- Bruce Arena previously coached the U.S. team to the World Cup quarterfinals in 2002.
- There are 16 teams remaining in the 2026 World Cup tournament.
- Folarin Balogun is currently facing a red card situation that may be subject to appeal.
Who's Mentioned
personBruce Arena“Current San Jose Earthquakes head coach and former U.S. men’s national team mana”locationSeattle“Location of the upcoming Round of 16 match.”organizationU.S. men’s national team“The American soccer squad competing in the 2026 World Cup.”personFolarin Balogun“Player facing a potential red card appeal.”personDamian Trujillo“NBC Bay Area reporter.”locationSanta Clara“Location of the Round of 32 match.”organizationBelgium“Upcoming opponent for the U.S. team in the Round of 16.”organizationBosnia and Herzegovina“Opponent defeated by the U.S. team in the Round of 32.”