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Live Blog! of the Bosnia vs. Qatar match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Bosnia and Herzegovina and Qatar are both under pressure to win in Seattle. A draw would eliminate both teams, turning this matchup into a true final for survival in the 2026 World Cup.
FINAL
94' — A rocket from Pedro Miguel! The Qatari defender tries his luck from long range and unleashes a powerful right-footed strike that forces Nikola Vasilj to stretch and palm the ball over the bar for a corner. Bosnia survives!
88' — Kolasinac plays the hero! The defender appears at the perfect moment to intercept Almoez Ali's pass intended for Boualem Khoukhi. The pass was off the mark, and the Bosnian defense neutralizes the danger.
80' — GOAL FOR BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA!!! The third one arrives! Ermin Mahmic appears in the heart of the box following a corner kick and finishes with a precise right-footed strike into the center of the goal. Bosnia makes it 3-1 and appears to have sealed the match!
76' — Bosnia takes a shot! Esmir Bajraktarevic tries his luck with a left-footed strike from outside the box after receiving the ball from Ermin Mahmic, but it sails high and wide to the left.
COOLING BREAK
57' — So close, very close! Akram Afif (Qatar) cut inside from the left side of the box and unleashed a left-footed strike that brushed the post. The play was sparked by a brilliant counterattack led by Edmílson Junior, who provided the decisive pass.
53' — With Switzerland currently leading Canada (2-0), the Group B standings are shifting: Bosnia and Herzegovina drops to third place, as their goal difference (-2) is inferior to the Canadians' (+4).
HALF-TIME
45'+3' — Danger averted! Pedro Miguel (Qatar) attempted a finish with his right foot from the right side of the box, but his shot went wide.
42' GOAL FOR QATAR!! Hassan Al Haydos narrows the gap!! After a great play by Edmílson Junior, who reaches the byline and delivers a cutback, Al Haydos only had to tap it in to make it 2-1. Qatar is back in the game just before halftime!
34' GOAL FOR BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA!!! ANOTHER ONE!! Sultan Al Brake puts the ball into his own net while attempting to clear a cross aimed at Džeko. The Bosnian captain was lurking at the far post, forcing the defensive error. 2-0 and Bosnia pulls ahead in Seattle!
29' A stunner from Kerim Alajbegović! The Bosnian midfielder broke through the lines with a masterful run, dribbled past two Qatari defenders with great skill, and finished into the top corner with an unstoppable shot. An individual effort that makes it 1-0 for Bosnia at a key moment in the match.
COOLING BREAK
19' Issa Laye clears the ball! The corner kick taken by Ivan Basic doesn't get enough height. The defender clears the danger from the near post.
9' A long cross from Esmir Bajraktarevic! The ball travels across the box looking for Edin Džeko, but the captain fails to connect. Bosnia keeps pressing with long balls, looking to exploit the aerial superiority of their attacking duo, Džeko and Demirović.
KICK-OFF
The Bosnian squad, managed by Sergej Barbarez, began the tournament with a draw against Canada, but the resounding 4-1 defeat against Switzerland has raised many questions about the Balkan side's defense. Nevertheless, the experience of Edin Džeko and the attacking quality of Ermedin Demirović remain the Europeans' main hope.
Qatar, for its part, achieved a historic draw against Switzerland in their debut, securing their first-ever point in a World Cup. However, the 6-0 thrashing suffered at the hands of Canada highlighted the defensive struggles of the side managed by Julen Lopetegui.
Bosnia and Herzegovina and Qatar will play one of the most dramatic matches of the third matchday in Group B of the 2026 World Cup. Both teams arrive with only one point and absolutely need a victory to keep their hopes alive of advancing as one of the best third-placed teams.
The match will be held at Lumen Field in Seattle, a venue that will host a duel charged with tension and nerves, where a draw would mean the immediate elimination of both national teams.








