Bosnia-Herzegovina

Bosnia-Herzegovina are appearing at only their second World Cup. They debuted at Brazil 2014 after topping their qualifying group, exiting in the group stage despite a memorable Edin Džeko-led campaign. Their 2026 return came the hard way, via play-off shoot-out wins over Wales and four-time champions Italy.

• Reached the finals through tense play-offs under coach Sergej Barbarez.
• Captain and all-time top scorer Edin Džeko, still scoring at 40, is the last active member of the 2014 generation.
• Gritty, experienced side hoping to win their first-ever World Cup match.