Bosnia and Herzegovina returned to the FIFA World Cup after an eight-year absence but is still looking for its first win at the 2026 edition after drawing with Qatar before suffering a 4-1 defeat to Switzerland.
Despite the disappointing start, Bosnia and Herzegovina remains in contention for a place in the Round of 32. Under the expanded 48-team format, the top two teams from each group and the eight best third-placed sides will advance to the knockout stages, giving the Bosnians their first chance to reach the World Cup knockouts.
Group B
| Position | Team | Played | wins | Pulls | To lose | GD | Points |
| 1. | Canada | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +6 | 4 |
| 2. | Switzerland | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 4 |
| 3. | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -3 | 1 |
| 4. | Qatar | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -6 | 1 |
How can Bosnia and Herzegovina qualify for knockouts at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Bosnia and Herzegovina is third in group B after two games and will face Qatar in the final group stage. To finish in the top two, the Bosnians not only need a win, but also negate Switzerland’s superior goal difference, provided the teams finish level on points.
Published on June 19, 2026
