League: FIFA World Cup Sport: Soccer Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

Zlatan Ibrahimovic emotional as Bosnia and Herzegovina reach World Cup knockout stage

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 10:47 AM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Zlatan Ibrahimovic emotional as Bosnia and Herzegovina reach World Cup knockout stage

Summary

Zlatan Ibrahimovic expressed deep emotion while analyzing for FOX after Bosnia and Herzegovina secured a 3-1 victory over Qatar in the FIFA World Cup on June 28. This win marks Bosnia's first advancement to the knockout rounds, following a draw with Canada and a loss to Switzerland. Ibrahimovic, reflecting on his father's Bosnian heritage, conveyed pride in the team's achievement and the joy it brings to fans. Bosnia, led by manager Sergej Barbarez and captain Edin Dzeko, finished third in Group B and will face the United States in the Round of 32 on July 1.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Qatar 3-1 on June 28.
•This victory secures their first knockout stage appearance.
•Ibrahimovic has personal ties to the achievement through his father's roots.
•Bosnia will compete against the United States on July 1.

Latest Updates

10:47 AMYahoo Sports — Zlatan Ibrahimovic overwhelmed as Bosnia and Herzegovina makes World Cup history

What they're saying

"
Zlatan Ibrahimovic was visibly moved while working as a FOX analyst when Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Qatar 3-1 to reach the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, citing his father's Bosnian roots
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

FIFA World Cup Soccer