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Džeko, 40, becomes oldest outfield player in a World Cup knockout match

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Bosnia's Edin Džeko set a World Cup record by becoming the oldest outfield player to feature in a knockout stage match at age 40. However, his historic appearance was cut short by an injury, forcing him off the pitch before the final whistle. At the time of his exit, the United States held a 1-0 lead, though their goalscorer Balogun was subsequently sent off with a red card. Bosnia continued pressing for an equalizer against a reduced US side. Džeko's record could potentially be surpassed by another player within the same tournament.

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