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World Cup LIVE: USA red card drama, Rice injury latest after England scare, Senegal fury

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World Cup LIVE: USA red card drama, Rice injury latest after England scare, Senegal fury USA play host to Bosnia & Herzegovina in San Francisco in the round of 32, following a dramatic evening of World Cup action featuring England, DR Congo, Senegal and Belgium Senegal held a 2-0 lead over Belgium in their last 32 World Cup clash, but threw it all away through poor defending and rash decision making. Late goals from Romelu Lukaku and Leandro Trossard forced 30 minutes of additional time, before a 120th minute penalty decision in the Europeans' favour gave them the match outright, Youri Tielemans making it look easy from 12 yards out. It wasn't the only touch of drama from Wednesday's World Cup fixtures, however. The earlier kick-off also saw England secure a 2-1 win over DR Congo to secure their place in the last 16, Harry Kane's heroics on full display as he bagged a late brace following a tough test, in which, the Three Lions trailed 1-0 for the majority. And there's still time for more thrills on and off the pitch, as the USA play host to Bosnia & Herzegovina in San Francisco at 1am. Stay tuned as Mirror Football brings you blow by blow updates from that clash, as well as all of the latest World Cup news and reaction. Former Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun earned the stamp of approval from NBA icon LeBron James during the World Cup clash between the United States and Bosnia & Herzegovina. However, the striker was later shown a red card following a lengthy VAR check in San Francisco. Balogun believed he had opened the scoring for the USA in the 31st minute, slotting home a left-footed effort and instantly launching into James' legendary "Silencer" celebration in the round of 32 contest. Senegal's players were left furious after a late penalty in their World Cup clash against Belgium resulted in them being knocked out of the tournament. There was drama in the round of 32 clash in Seattle, with extra time needed to decide which team would progress to the last-16 of the tournament. Belgium claimed a 3-2 victory over Senegal, battling back from 2-0 down to recover to 2-2 at the end of the 90 minutes. Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr had put Senegal into a 2-0 lead and looked set to secure a place in the last-16, before goals from Romelu Lukaku and Youri Tielemans saw the contest go to an extra 30 minutes. Belgium were then awarded a penalty after a challenge from Lamine Camara on Tielemans, with the Aston Villa star stepping up to take the spot-kick and send his country through to the next round. Here's how the last-16 draw looks so far. England, Belgium and the United States all booked their spots in the next round with their respective victories on Wednesday. Full time in San Francisco and it's the United States who have emerged victorious in this round of 32 match against Bosnia & Herzegovina. The United States have their second goal and are closing in on a place in the last-16 at the World Cup. Malik Tillman finds the back of the net with a well-placed free-kick, and the USA have a 2-0 lead with less than 10 minutes left to play. Folarin Balogun has been sent off following a VAR check and the United States are down to 10 men here in San Francisco. Mauricio Pochettino's side still have a 1-0 lead over Bosnia & Herzegovina, but will have to play the remainder of the game without the former Arsenal striker, who opened the scoring in the first half. Not many chances to speak of in the early minutes of the second half, with the United States still holding onto their one-goal lead over Bosnia & Herzegovina. As it stands, it will be the USA that will face Belgium in the last-16 at the World Cup. Still more than 35 minutes left to play here in San Francisco, though. Half-time arrives and it's the United States who have the lead going into the interval in San Francisco. Folarin Balogun opened the scoring for the co-hosts, having also had a goal ruled out for offside earlier in the game. All to play for in the second half, though, with USA holding just a one-goal lead. Goal for the United States, and this time the goal will stand as Folarin Balogun opens the scoring at Levi's Stadium. Balogun capitalises on a deflection in the penalty area to place the ball into the net and give the USA the lead just before half-time. USA 1-0 Bosnia & Herzegovina Former Arsenal star Folarin Balogun thinks he's opened the scoring for the United States, but his celebrations end early as the offside flag is raised. Replays show the correct decision was made the score remains goalless. We've reached the scheduled hydration break in the first half and it's a fairly even opening 23 minutes so far here at Levi's Stadium. Both goalkeepers have been forced to make a couple of saves, but neither team has arguably done enough to take the lead. All to play for before the half-time interval. We're underway at Levi's Stadium as the United States and Bosnia & Herzegovina go head-to-head for a place in the last-16 at the World Cup. Stay tuned for regular updates! Here's a look at the United States team that will face Bosnia & Herzegovina this evening. Betway have priced the USA at 7/20 ahead of this morning's match against Bosnia & Herzegovina, the visitors given odds of 15/2 to win respectively. In terms of qualifying, the USA sit at 2/15, while Bosnia & Herzegovina are at 19/4 ahead of kick-off. Christian Pulisic has also been given a 4/1 price to be the first goalscorer in the game. Visit Betway’s World Cup betting page for all the latest odds, markets and specials. 18+ only. Always gamble responsibly. The USA will hope to continue their stellar World Cup campaign as they take on Bosnia & Herzegovina in San Francisco. Kick-off is schedulled for 1am BST. We'll bring you the latest updates from the match here. It was a match all but guaranteed to be won by Senegal, who held a 2-0 lead until the 86th minute thanks to goals from Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr - only to be thrown away in the dying minutes. Romelu Lukaku equalised with just four minutes left on the clock, before Leandro Trossard levelled matters in the final minute of normal time. A gruelling 30 minutes of extra time then ensued, as both sides looked to break the deadlock, only for it to finish in cruel fashion. At the death of extra time, Lamine Camara fouled Youri Tielemans in his own area, with a lenghty VAR check leading to a penalty for Belgium. Tielemans ultimately stepped up to convert, giving his nation a 3-2 win. Declan Rice insists that he's as 'good as gold' despite being subbed off in the closing stages of England's 2-1 win over DR Congo on Wednesday evening. The 27-year-old hobbled off the pitch after Harry Kane bagged his brace, replaced by John Stones. However, the Arsenal midfielder has since confirmed that there's no cause for concern as England prepare for a clash with Mexico on Monday, July 6. He told BBC Radio 5 Live: "It's what happens when you play in 30-degree heat I suppose. "Tough game. Give it everything and bodies been through a lot in that match. Time to recover and go again." He added: "I'm fine. Good as gold." Hello and welcome to Mirror Football's World Cup live blog. Stay tuned as we bring you all of the latyest news and updates from the USA's clash with Bosnia & Herzegovina.

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