Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar lineups remain projected because FIFA has not released official team sheets. ESPN event data still shows scheduled pre-match status, while FOX lists the match for 7:00 PM UTC at Seattle Stadium. Match 52 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B schedule starts at 3:00 PM ET.
Bosnia need a cleaner attacking plan after taking one point from two games. Qatar also sit on one point, so Julen Lopetegui may choose more counter speed around Akram Afif and Almoez Ali. Final XIs should arrive close to kickoff, and any unverified team-sheet detail stays marked as yet to be confirmed.
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar Lineups Status
The official Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar lineups are yet to be confirmed. FIFA usually publishes the match sheet near kickoff. ESPN has not added a starter list to the event feed at the latest check.
The projected read leans on recent World Cup usage and the strongest player pool already active in Group B. Bosnia should keep Nikola Vasilj behind a physical back line. Qatar should keep Afif and Almoez Ali central to their attacking route.
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Official Bosnia starting XI | yet to be confirmed |
| Official Qatar starting XI | yet to be confirmed |
| Official substitutes | yet to be confirmed |
| Expected Bosnia shape | Back four with direct support for Dzeko or Demirovic |
| Expected Qatar shape | Compact 4-3-3 with Afif and Almoez Ali leading transitions |
| Kickoff | 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM UTC |
Bosnia and Herzegovina Predicted Lineup
Bosnia and Herzegovina are projected to start with Nikola Vasilj in goal. Amar Dedic and Sead Kolasinac give Sergej Barbarez two full-back options. Nikola Katic and Tarik Muharemovic offer a safer central pairing.
Benjamin Tahirovic, Ivan Basic, and Amar Memic can help Bosnia compete for second balls. Esmir Bajraktarevic gives the side a wide delivery option. Ermedin Demirovic and Edin Dzeko remain the clearest routes to penalty-box chances.
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | Nikola Vasilj |
| RB | Amar Dedic |
| CB | Nikola Katic |
| CB | Tarik Muharemovic |
| LB | Sead Kolasinac |
| CM | Benjamin Tahirovic |
| CM | Ivan Basic |
| CM | Amar Memic |
| RW | Esmir Bajraktarevic |
| ST | Edin Dzeko |
| LW | Ermedin Demirovic |
Formation: projected 4-3-3 or 4-4-2 in defensive phases.
Substitutes: yet to be confirmed.
Bosnia need the midfield to get close to Dzeko and Demirovic because isolated attacks hurt them earlier in the group. If Kolasinac can step forward at the right times, Bosnia can create better crossing angles.
Qatar Predicted Lineup
Qatar are projected to keep Mahmud Abunada in goal after recent tournament usage. Pedro Miguel, Boualem Khoukhi, and Homam Ahmed give Lopetegui experience across the back line. Ayoub Al-Oui can help protect the right side.
Issa Laye, Ahmed Fathi, and Jassem Gaber should form the midfield screen if Qatar choose stability first. Edmilson Junior, Almoez Ali, and Akram Afif give Qatar the best counterattacking blend if Bosnia push numbers forward.
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | Mahmud Abunada |
| RB | Ayoub Al-Oui |
| CB | Pedro Miguel |
| CB | Boualem Khoukhi |
| LB | Homam Ahmed |
| CM | Issa Laye |
| CM | Ahmed Fathi |
| CM | Jassem Gaber |
| RW | Edmilson Junior |
| ST | Almoez Ali |
| LW | Akram Afif |
Formation: projected 4-3-3.
Substitutes: yet to be confirmed.
Qatar need Afif to receive the ball before Bosnia can lock the wide channel. Almoez Ali also needs quicker support than he received during the Canada defeat.
Team News and Selection Notes
Bosnia lost 4-1 to Switzerland after drawing Canada 1-1, so Barbarez has reason to refresh one or two roles. Dzeko gives leadership and box presence, yet Demirovic offers more running if Bosnia want to press higher.
Qatar drew Switzerland 1-1 before the 6-0 loss to Canada. That result makes midfield protection a bigger selection issue. Afif and Almoez Ali cannot carry the whole attacking plan without better service.
| Team | Selection Issue | Current Read |
|---|---|---|
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Centre-forward balance | Dzeko and Demirovic both remain strong starting options |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Midfield support | Tahirovic should help protect central spaces |
| Qatar | Defensive reset | Khoukhi and Pedro Miguel give experience |
| Qatar | Counterattack route | Afif and Almoez Ali remain the main threats |
| Both teams | Official team sheets | yet to be confirmed |
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar Lineups Key Battle
The key battle is Bosnia service into Dzeko against Qatar recovery runs around Afif. If Bosnia pin Qatar deeper, Dzeko can bring Demirovic and Bajraktarevic into better shooting zones. If Qatar break first, Afif can attack space behind Bosnia full-backs.
Qatar also need midfield distances to improve. Bosnia can punish loose second balls through Tahirovic and Basic. Qatar must keep three midfielders close enough to stop quick central passes.
| Area | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Qatar |
|---|---|---|
| Build-up | Vasilj to the full-backs, then early balls into Dzeko | Abunada and Khoukhi looking for safer first passes |
| Main attacking route | Dzeko, Demirovic, and Bajraktarevic around crosses | Afif and Almoez Ali attacking transitions |
| Pressure point | Full-back recovery after wide attacks | Midfield cover after losing possession |
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar Lineups Late Watch
The late watch is simple: official starters, bench lists, and any captaincy change are yet to be confirmed. Once FIFA posts the sheet, the projected names should be checked against the confirmed XIs before kickoff.
Match Details
| Key Info | Detail |
|---|---|
| Match | Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar |
| Match Number | 52 |
| Date | Wednesday, June 24, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM UTC |
| Venue | Seattle Stadium |
| Local venue name | Lumen Field |
| City | Seattle |
| Stage | FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B |
| Referee | yet to be confirmed |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar lineups confirmed?
No. Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar lineups are yet to be confirmed. FIFA should release official team sheets close to kickoff.
What is the predicted Bosnia and Herzegovina lineup against Qatar?
Bosnia are projected to use Vasilj, Dedic, Katic, Muharemovic, Kolasinac, Tahirovic, Basic, Memic, Bajraktarevic, Dzeko, and Demirovic.
What is the predicted Qatar lineup against Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Qatar are projected to use Abunada, Al-Oui, Pedro Miguel, Khoukhi, and Homam Ahmed. Midfield and attack should include Issa Laye, Ahmed Fathi, Jassem Gaber, Edmilson Junior, Almoez Ali, and Afif.
Who are the key players in Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar?
Edin Dzeko, Ermedin Demirovic, and Sead Kolasinac are key for Bosnia. Akram Afif and Almoez Ali lead Qatar's attacking threat.
When does Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar start?
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar starts at 3:00 PM ET on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. The match is at Seattle Stadium.
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar lineups point toward a direct Bosnia plan and a Qatar counterattack plan in Seattle.
Check again near kickoff because official XIs, substitutes, and final tactical calls are yet to be confirmed.
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