Bosnia and Herzegovina were among the last European teams to qualify for the World Cup. They finished second in their group, just a few points behind Austria. In March, they drew 1-1 and then won on penalties against both Wales and Italy. In the long-awaited tournament, they started against Canada. After taking the lead, they rightfully allowed their opponent to equalize. Against Switzerland, playing with a man down, they suffered a heavy defeat, losing 1-4.
The Qatar team is playing in their second consecutive World Cup. In 2022, they debuted as hosts. This time, they finished only fourth in their main qualifying group but advanced by outperforming the UAE and Oman in the play-offs. Since then, they have not won a match in either the Arab Cup or friendlies. In the opening round against Switzerland, they surprisingly snatched a victory at the very end. Then, against Canada, after conceding six goals, they only responded with a couple of red cards.
The Europeans average 1.5 goals per match scored and twice less, 1.3, conceded. For the Middle Eastern side, it’s the opposite: 0.5 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per game.
Previous Matches: Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar
In 2000, Qatar won a friendly 2-0. Ten years later, the teams drew in a similar format.
Džeko and company are expected to defeat such an opponent. Bet on them with a “-1 goal” handicap (odds – 1.65).
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar: Key Statistics and Trends
Bosnia and Herzegovina recorded five draws before their defeat in the previous round
90% of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s matches end with both teams scoring, and the average total goals per match is 2.8
Qatar have won only one of their last eleven matches
40% of Qatar’s matches end with both teams scoring, and the average total goals per match is 2.1
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar: Probable Starting Lineups
Bosnia and Herzegovina play a 1-4-3-3 formation (probable lineup): Vasilj – Kolašinac, Hadžikadunić, Katić, Dedić – Alibegović, Šunjić, Tahirović – Memić, Džeko, Demirović. Muharemović was sent off in the previous round.
Qatar play a 1-4-3-3 formation (probable lineup): Abunada – Al-Braqeh, Khoukhi, Ro-Ro, Al-Ui – Layeh, Gaber, Fatahi – Afif, Abdurisag, Edmilson Junior. Ahmed and Madibo are suspended.
