Bosnia's 2026 World Cup squad: Džeko's final dance after knocking out Italy

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Bosnia eliminate Italy in the playoff and reach the 2026 World Cup as an uncomfortable rival in Group B with high morale
Edin Džeko (40 years old) plays his last World Cup as Bosnia's all-time top scorer with 73 goals, accompanied by veteran Sead Kolašinac
Coach Sergej Barbarez mixes experience with young talents like Esmir Bajraktarević (21 years old), the hero of the penalty against Italy

Bosnia is one of those awkward opponents in Group B. They arrive flying high after knocking Italy out of the World Cup in the playoff. Barbarez blends experience with youth.

⚠️ Official squad released by the Bosnian federation; worth double-checking the final roster (26) in case there are any last-minute tweaks.

🌟 Edin Džeko (40) is the legend: all-time top scorer (73 goals) and national emblem, in what will be his World Cup farewell. With him, the other survivor from 2014, Sead Kolašinac (Atalanta).

💎 The future has a name: Esmir Bajraktarević (PSV), 21 years old, the hero of qualification who scored the penalty that sent Italy packing.

🇮🇹 The spicy bit: Bosnia were Europe's big surprise during qualifying after eliminating Italy in the playoff. Another World Cup without the Azzurri, and the Bosnians are in.

🔙 Sergej Barbarez brings back old hands for the cause and mixes them with the new generation. A hungry squad arriving in red-hot form after their masterclass against Italy.

📋 Full squad · Manager: Sergej Barbarez

🧤 Goalkeepers

Nikola Vasilj (St. Pauli), Martin Zlomislić (Rijeka), Osman Hadžikić (Slaven Belupo)

🛡️ Defenders

Sead Kolašinac (Atalanta), Amar Dedić (Benfica), Nihad Mujakić (Gaziantep), Nikola Katić (Schalke), Tarik Muharemović (Sassuolo), Stjepan Radeljić (Rijeka), Dennis Hadžikadunić (Sampdoria), Nidal Čelik (RC Lens)

⚙️ Midfielders

Amir Hadžiahmetović (Hull City), Ivan Šunjić (Pafos), Ivan Bašić (Astana), Dzenis Burnić (Karlsruher), Ermin Mahmić (Slovan Liberec), Benjamin Tahirović (Brøndby), Amar Memić (Viktoria Plzeň), Kerim Alajbegović (RB Salzburg), Esmir Bajraktarević (PSV)

⚽ Forwards

Ermedin Demirović (Stuttgart), Jovo Lukić (Universitatea Cluj), Samed Baždar (Jagiellonia), Haris Tabaković (Borussia M'gladbach), Edin Džeko (Schalke)

🏆 Group B

⚽ Opponents: Canada, Qatar and Switzerland

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the manager of Bosnia and Herzegovina for the 2026 World Cup?

Sergej Barbarez is the manager of Bosnia and Herzegovina for the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Bosnia and Herzegovina in for the 2026 World Cup?

Bosnia and Herzegovina are in Group B of the 2026 World Cup, alongside Canada, Qatar and Switzerland.

How many players does Bosnia and Herzegovina call up for the 2026 World Cup?

Bosnia and Herzegovina present a squad of 26 players for the 2026 World Cup, according to the FIFA format established for the tournament.

Where does Bosnia and Herzegovina play its matches at the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup is held in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Bosnia and Herzegovina play in Group B against Canada, Qatar and Switzerland.

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