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Bosnia aims for victory against Switzerland after Italy upset

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 3:48 AM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Bosnia aims for victory against Switzerland after Italy upset

Summary

Bosnia-Herzegovina faces Switzerland in Los Angeles on Thursday, seeking to capitalize on their recent World Cup qualification achieved by defeating Italy. Coach Sergej Barbarez emphasized the team's focus and confidence following their historic win against a top football nation. Veteran forward Edin Dzeko, who missed the opening draw with Canada, is set to participate. Switzerland, after a disappointing draw with Qatar, is looking to rebound in their Group B matchup, where all teams currently have one point.

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By the Numbers

•Bosnia qualified for the World Cup by defeating Italy.
•Group B currently sees all four teams tied with one point.
•Edin Dzeko returns after missing Bosnia's opening match.
•Switzerland seeks redemption after a late equalizer allowed Qatar to draw.

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3:48 AMYahoo Sports — After Italy, Bosnia target another famous win over Swiss

What they're saying

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Bosnia-Herzegovina famously qualified for this World Cup by knocking out Italy, and will aim to prove it was no fluke against another European power in Thursday's clash with Switzerland in Los Angeles.Defender Nikola Katic said Bosnia had not received the attention their achievement deserved, as nearly all the focus had been on four-time winners Italy failing to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup "We managed to beat one of the biggest nations in the history of football.
— Yahoo Sports

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