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Edin Džeko Leads Bosnia to World Cup Glory Amidst Injury Concerns | Sports-Games
Bosnia’s 40-year-old striker contributed six qualifying goals and an assist, but a shoulder injury leaves his World Cup fitness uncertain.
- On Tuesday, Bosnia-Herzegovina secured a 2026 World Cup spot by defeating Italy in a penalty shootout, though talismanic striker Edin Dzeko suffered a shoulder injury during the match.
- Dzeko's six qualifying goals, including an 86th-minute equalizer against Wales last Thursday, propelled the team to the playoff final at Bilino Polje Stadium in Zenica.
- With Dzeko sidelined, teammates successfully converted all four penalty kicks, led by Wisconsin-born Esmir Bajraktarevi and teenager Kerim Alajbegoli, whose combined age is 39.
- Bosnia coach Sergej Barbarez said, "I hope that it is not a great injury to Edin Dzeko," as the striker faces a race to heal before the tournament starts in 10 weeks.
- The team opens against co-host Canada on June 12 in Toronto, while defender Nikola Kati expressed deep emotion, saying, "I've never cried after a game, I.
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Edin Džeko Leads Bosnia to World Cup Glory Amidst Injury Concerns | Sports-Games
Bosnia-Herzegovina, led by 40-year-old striker Edin Džeko, qualified for the 2026 World Cup after defeating Italy. Despite an injured shoulder, Džeko's goals were pivotal. As Bosnia prepares for the tournament, there is hope he will recover. The team's blend of youth and experience aims to advance beyond the group stage.
Edin Džeko’s inspiration lifts Bosnia to the World Cup and now at 40 he faces a fight to be fit
His right arm strapped tight to protect a damaged shoulder, Edin Džeko raised his left hand holding his phone to film Bosnia-Herzegovina’s late-night team celebrations after beating Italy and qualifying for the World Cup.
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Edin Džeko's inspiration lifts Bosnia to the World Cup and now at 40 he faces a fight to be fit
Edin Džeko couldn't take part in the decisive penalty shootout against Italy but his inspiration was crucial in helping Bosnia-Herzegovina reach the World Cup.
Edin Dzeko injured himself on his right shoulder in Bosnia-Herzegovina's World Cup playoff victory against Italy. The Schalke striker falls out for weeks.
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