The story
The Bosnia and Herzegovina national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Zmajevi, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 64 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from UEFA to this expanded 48-team tournament.
The dragons return to the world stage, armed with defensive grit and a legendary forward in Džeko.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group B and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group B. The connection between Edin Džeko and Sead Kolašinac is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Edin Džeko - the clinical striker who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Bosnia and Herzegovina are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
Svizzera 
Bosnia ed Erzegovina Svizzera 4-1 Bosnia ed Erzegovina
Svizzera 4-1 Bosnia ed Erzegovina. Girone B. BC Place, Vancouver. ven 12 giu.
Qatar Bosnia ed Erzegovina Qatar 1-3 Bosnia ed Erzegovina
Qatar 1-3 Bosnia ed Erzegovina. Girone B. BMO Field, Toronto. ven 19 giu.
Canada Bosnia ed Erzegovina Canada 1-1 Bosnia ed Erzegovina
Canada 1-1 Bosnia ed Erzegovina. Girone B. BMO Field, Toronto. lun 22 giu.
Stati Uniti Bosnia ed Erzegovina Stati Uniti 2-0 Bosnia ed Erzegovina
Stati Uniti 2-0 Bosnia ed Erzegovina. Trentaduesimi. Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara. mer 1 lug.