Stjepan Radeljic

Sees yellow in loss to USA

Radeljić created one chance, made three clearances, won one tackle, drew three fouls, committed one foul, and was yellow carded in Wednesday's 2-0 loss to the USA.

Analysis: Attempting to slide in and clear Malik Tillman's pass, Radeljić's touch redirected the ball into Folarin Balogun's path, allowing the U.S. striker to score from close range. While unfortunate rather than careless, it proved to be the turning point of the match. Although the knockout defeat to the United States ended Bosnia's remarkable run, Radeljić's tournament reinforced his reputation as an emerging international-caliber center back. His performances were characterized by strong positioning, physical defending, and leadership, even if the unfortunate deflection against the U.S. became one of the defining moments of Bosnia's elimination. Overall, he leaves the World Cup with his stock higher than when the tournament began.