Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Bosnia and Herzegovina National Team, formed in the mid-1990s and governed by the Football Association of Bosnia and Herzegovina, is one of Europe’s proud emerging football nations. Best known for qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup — the team’s first major tournament appearance — Bosnia and Herzegovina has earned respect for its resilience, passion, and ability to challenge strong opponents, continuing to carry the spirit and pride of its football tradition onto the international stage.
Explore the official Bosnia and Herzegovina National Team squad and get a clear overview of every player selected for the tournament. Discover the key details behind the stars, rising talents, and core squad members who shape the team’s World Cup 2026 campaign.
Ivan Šunjić
Midfielder
Oct 9, 1996
Nikola Katić
Defender
Oct 10, 1996
Amar Dedić
Defender
Aug 18, 2002
Nikola Vasilj
Goalkeeper
Dec 2, 1995
Stjepan Radeljić
Defender
Sep 5, 1997
Dženis Burnić
Midfielder
May 22, 1998
Dario Šarić
Midfielder
May 30, 1997
Ermedin Demirović
Attacker
Mar 25, 1998
Haris Hajradinović
Midfielder
Feb 18, 1994
Adrian Leon Barišić
Defender
Jul 19, 2001
Osman Hadžikić
Goalkeeper
Mar 12, 1996
Armin Gigović
Midfielder
Apr 6, 2002
Nihad Mujakić
Defender
Apr 15, 1998
Martin Zlomislić
Goalkeeper
Aug 16, 1998
Ivan Bašić
Midfielder
Apr 30, 2002
Benjamin Tahirović
Midfielder
Mar 3, 2003
Tarik Muharemović
Defender
Feb 28, 2003
Samed Baždar
Attacker
Jan 31, 2004
Amar Memić
Midfielder
Jan 20, 2001
Arjan Malic
Defender
Aug 28, 2005
Meet the Bosnia and Herzegovina National Team coaching staff, who play a vital role in preparing the squad for success on the international stage. Working behind the scenes, they support the team’s tactical development, physical conditioning, match preparation, and overall performance throughout World Cup 2026.
Sergej Barbarez
Birthday:
Sep 17, 1971
Nationality:
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Explore the latest Bosnia and Herzegovina matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026 and stay updated on results, key moments, and standout player performances from every game.
Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Italy
1 : 1
Mar 31, 2026 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Bilino Polje, Zenica
Wales vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
1 : 1
Mar 26, 2026 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Cardiff City Stadium, Cardiff
Austria vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
1 : 1
Nov 18, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Ernst Happel Stadion, Vienna
Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Romania
3 : 1
Nov 15, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Bilino Polje, Zenica
Malta vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
1 : 4
Oct 12, 2025 • Friendlies
Ta'Qali National Stadium, Ta'Qali
Cyprus vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
2 : 2
Oct 9, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
AEK Arena, Larnaca
Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Austria
1 : 2
Sep 9, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Bilino Polje, Zenica
San Marino vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
0 : 6
Sep 6, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
San Marino Stadium, Serravalle
Slovenia vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
2 : 1
Jun 10, 2025 • Friendlies
Stadion Z'dežele, Celje
Bosnia & Herzegovina vs San Marino
1 : 0
Jun 7, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Bilino Polje, Zenica
Bosnia and Herzegovina reached the 2026 FIFA World Cup through a dramatic UEFA route. They finished second in Group H with 17 points, just behind Austria, after strong wins over Romania, Cyprus, San Marino, and Romania again. That sent them into the European play-offs instead of direct qualification. In March 2026, Bosnia first beat Wales on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Cardiff, then produced an even bigger moment by knocking out Italy, again after a 1-1 draw and a shootout win in Zenica. That victory sealed Bosnia and Herzegovina’s second-ever World Cup appearance.
Played
Qualification matches played
Won
Matches won
Drawn
Matches drawn
Lost
Matches lost
Goals For
Total goals scored
Goals Against
Total goals conceded
Goal Difference
GF minus GA
Points
3 per win, 1 per draw
Road to WC
Match | Date | MatchUp | Stadium | City | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Mar 21, 2025 | Romania vs Bosnia & Herzegovina | National Arena | Bucharest | 0:1 |
2 | Mar 24, 2025 | Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Cyprus | Bilino Polje | Zenica | 2:1 |
3 | Jun 7, 2025 | Bosnia & Herzegovina vs San Marino | Bilino Polje | Zenica | 1:0 |
4 | Sep 6, 2025 | San Marino vs Bosnia & Herzegovina | San Marino Stadium | Serravalle | 0:6 |
5 | Sep 9, 2025 | Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Austria | Bilino Polje | Zenica | 1:2 |
6 | Oct 9, 2025 | Cyprus vs Bosnia & Herzegovina | AEK Arena | Larnaca | 2:2 |
7 | Nov 15, 2025 | Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Romania | Bilino Polje | Zenica | 3:1 |
8 | Nov 18, 2025 | Austria vs Bosnia & Herzegovina | Ernst Happel Stadion | Vienna | 1:1 |
9 | Mar 26, 2026 | Wales vs Bosnia & Herzegovina | Cardiff City Stadium | Cardiff | 1:1 |
10 | Mar 31, 2026 | Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Italy | Bilino Polje Stadium | Zenica | 1:1 |
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s World Cup history is short but memorable, defined by a historic breakthrough and a golden generation that gave the country one of its proudest football moments. The Dragons qualified for their first World Cup in 2014, topping their UEFA group and turning years of near-misses into a landmark achievement. That campaign was driven by standout figures such as Edin Džeko, Miralem Pjanić, and Vedad Ibišević, who became central to the nation’s modern football identity.
Their debut tournament in Brazil brought an immediate test against Argentina, followed by a painful defeat to Nigeria that ended hopes of reaching the knockout stage. Bosnia and Herzegovina did, however, record a historic moment in their final match by beating Iran 3–1, securing the nation’s first-ever World Cup win. Once defined by a single appearance in 2014, Bosnia and Herzegovina’s World Cup story now includes a long-awaited return in 2026, confirming that generation’s legacy and opening a new chapter in the nation’s football history.
Bosnia and Herzegovina have appeared at the FIFA World Cup once, in 2014, with 2026 set to be their second participation. Their return in 2026 ended a 12-year absence from the finals.
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s best World Cup finish is the group stage, reached in 2014.
Edin Džeko, Vedad Ibišević, Miralem Pjanić, and Avdija Vršajević each scored 1 goal at the 2014 World Cup. They remain the nation’s joint top scorers in World Cup matches.
Bosnia and Herzegovina have a shared record for most World Cup matches played, with 6 players making 3 appearances each in 2014: Asmir Begović, Muhamed Bešić, Edin Džeko, Vedad Ibišević, Miralem Pjanić, and Emir Spahić.
In 2014, Bosnia and Herzegovina made their first-ever World Cup appearance and later beat Iran 3–1 for their first World Cup win. Another major milestone came in 2026, when they qualified again after a dramatic play-off victory over Italy.
Follow Bosnia and Herzegovina at the FIFA World Cup 2026 and discover where the team will play throughout the tournament. Explore the full match schedule, host cities, and stadiums set to stage some of the competition’s biggest moments. From group-stage fixtures to possible knockout-round drama, find everything you need to experience the action live at football’s biggest event.
Bosnia and Herzegovina have participated once before 2026 — 2014.
Bosnia and Herzegovina have never reached a FIFA World Cup final.
Bosnia and Herzegovina have not advanced past the group stage in their World Cup history prior to 2026.
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s best result is the group stage (2014).
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s worst result is the group stage (2014), since that’s their only previous appearance before 2026.
Their most emotional matchups are often against nearby regional opponents such as Croatia and Serbia, shaped by geography and shared football history.
Bosnia and Herzegovina qualified via the UEFA play-offs, winning two penalty shootouts to secure a place at the finals.
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s group-stage venues are set for Toronto Stadium, Los Angeles Stadium, and Seattle Stadium. They play Canada in Toronto on June 12, 2026, then face Switzerland in Los Angeles on June 18, 2026, and finish the group against Qatar in Seattle on June 24, 2026.
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