Bosnia and Herzegovina
FIFA Ranking #70·Coach: Sergej Barbarez
📘 Bosnia and Herzegovina Fan Guide2
WC Appearances
including 2026
Group Stage
Best Result
all-time
None
Titles
yet to win
#70
FIFA Ranking
April 2026 (approx.)
About Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina make only their second World Cup appearance in 2026, having debuted memorably at Brazil 2014 - where they showed flashes of brilliance despite going out in the group stage. The Dragons qualified via the UEFA playoffs, proving they belong among Europe's competitive mid-tier sides. Veteran striker Edin Džeko, one of the greatest players in Bosnian football history, leads the attack in what may well be his final major tournament. Group B against Canada, Switzerland, and Qatar is challenging but navigable - a historic progression from the group stage would be a massive milestone for this young footballing nation.
Team Base Camp
🇺🇸 USA
Base camp
Sandy, Utah
Zmajevi base at Real Salt Lake's MLS facility in suburban Sandy. Utah's mountain altitude (1,300m) gives Bosnia an aerobic base before group games at sea-level venues.
Per FIFA regulations (§18.3), Bosnia and Herzegovina stays at this base camp for the entire group stage and travels to each match venue one day before kickoff (and returns the same night or the next day).
Distance to each group-stage match
Straight-line distance from Sandy to each match stadium. Actual travel adds airport time on flights.
Key Players
Nikola Vasilj
Sead Kolašinac
Ivan Bašić
Esmir Bajraktarević
Jovo Lukić
Head Coach
Sergej Barbarez
2026 Group
Group B
Bosnia and Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup
All times shown are local to the stadium
World Cup History
| Year | Stage Reached | |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Group Stage |
2 appearances total · Includes all World Cups as Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup 2026 FAQ
What group is Bosnia and Herzegovina in for the 2026 World Cup?+
Bosnia and Herzegovina is in Group B of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Canada, Switzerland, Qatar.
Who is the manager of Bosnia and Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup?+
Sergej Barbarez manages Bosnia and Herzegovina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What is Bosnia and Herzegovina's FIFA ranking?+
Bosnia and Herzegovina is ranked #70 in the FIFA World Rankings heading into the 2026 World Cup.
How many World Cups has Bosnia and Herzegovina played in?+
Bosnia and Herzegovina has appeared in 2 FIFA World Cups including 2026. Their best result is Group Stage.
When does Bosnia and Herzegovina play in the 2026 World Cup?+
Bosnia and Herzegovina's 2026 World Cup group stage matches: June 12 vs Canada; June 18 vs Switzerland; June 24 vs Qatar. Knockout matches are determined by group stage results.
Who are Bosnia and Herzegovina's key players for the 2026 World Cup?+
Key players to watch for Bosnia and Herzegovina include Nikola Vasilj, Sead Kolašinac, Ivan Bašić, Esmir Bajraktarević, Jovo Lukić.
Where is Bosnia and Herzegovina's base camp for the 2026 World Cup?+
Bosnia and Herzegovina will be based in Sandy, Utah (USA), training at Real Salt Lake Stadium. Per FIFA regulations, the team stays at this base camp throughout the group stage and travels to match venues one day before each game.