World Cup 2026: Bosnia boost knockout hopes after dominant win over Qatar
Key takeaways
- Bosnia and Herzegovina edge closer to knockout after dominant win over Qatar 3-1 in Seattle.
- Issued on: 24/06/2026 - 23:11Modified: 24/06/2026 - 23:15
- Kerim Alajbegovic fired home a magnificent effort from the edge of the box into the top corner in the 29th minute to open the scoring.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina edge closer to knockout after dominant win over Qatar 3-1 in Seattle. Kerim Alajbegovic opened the scoring with a stunning strike, before an own goal from Mahmoud Abunada doubled their advantage. Despite Hasan Al Haydos pulling one back for Qatar, Ermin Mahmic sealed Bosnia's victory in the 80th minute.
Issued on: 24/06/2026 - 23:11Modified: 24/06/2026 - 23:15
By: FRANCE 24 Ermin Mahmic celebrates with his Bosnia and Herzegovina teammates after scoring the crucial third goal that sealed their 3-1 victory over Qatar and boosted their knockout hopes. © Blake Dahlin, Reuters Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated Qatar 3-1 in Seattle on Wednesday evening, boosting their knockout chances in a decisive World Cup 2026 Group B clash. Kerim Alajbegovic fired home a magnificent effort from the edge of the box into the top corner in the 29th minute to open the scoring. The Dragons doubled their advantage just five minutes later when Edin Dzeko's pass was inadvertently turned into his own net by Abunada, putting Bosnia firmly in control. The Maroons mounted a response, with Al Haydos reducing the deficit before half-time after Edmilson Junior's assist, but Bosnia's lead remained intact. Dzeko had a golden opportunity to extend the advantage further but his effort struck the post.