Malik Tillman's curling free kick sealed a 2-0 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina, sending the United States into the World Cup round of 16. The crucial goal came after Folarin Balogun's second-half red card threatened to derail the Americans' advancement hopes at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara.

Balogun opened scoring in the first half but his dismissal with over 30 minutes remaining forced the US into a defensive posture. Tillman stepped up decisively, converting his free kick to restore the two-goal cushion and earn an 8/10 rating from ESPN. The win sets up a rematch with Belgium, who defeated the US 5-2 in a March friendly in Atlanta.

Manager Mauricio Pochettino received a 7/10 for tactical adjustments switching between formations. Tyler Adams (7/10) and Weston McKennie (7/10) anchored midfield play throughout, while Tim Ream's 7/10 included a vital 88th-minute block. Balogun's night ended poorly with a 4/10 after his costly red card.

The US will need better discipline against Belgium on Monday at Lumen Field in Seattle. Tillman's clutch performance proved decisive, but the team cannot afford similar defensive lapses against a European powerhouse.