Bosnia-Herzegovina Wins 3-1 Over Qatar, Eyes Advancement in Expanded World Cup

Bosnia-Herzegovina beat Qatar 3‑1 in their World Cup group match, keeping alive their chances of advancing as one of the eight best third‑placed teams. The win featured a goal by the 18‑year‑old Kerim Alajbegović before halftime, a header from veteran striker Edin Džeko (age 40) and a late strike by Ermin Mahmić. Džeko earned his 150th cap for Bosnia, with a potential 151st appearance dependent on the team’s progression.

The tournament, expanded to 48 teams, will see the round of 16 begin after the final group games. Bosnia has never advanced beyond the group stage since gaining independence in 1992. While Bosnia awaits the results of the remaining matches, Switzerland topped Group B with a 2‑1 win over Canada, and Canada also secured qualification.

Bosnia’s advancement now hinges on the outcomes of other groups and the ranking of third‑placed teams.