Bosnia and Herzegovina remain unbeaten after their first four Nations League games, giving them a good chance of qualifying for Division A. Assistant coach Mirko Hrgovic said qualifying for the European championships in two years' time was the team's objective.
European Championship objective
Speaking about these young charges, the 47-year-old said: “With this new generation of talented players, we want and expect qualification, but the guys have already shown in the Nations League that they've made progress. But we are taking it step by step; through the Nations League, we will profile this team even further. We don't hide that the Euros is our wish, but time will tell everything.”
Nations League conclusion
Bosnia and Herzegovina's Nations League campaign concludes with an away match against Sweden and a home match against Romania. Two wins would see Bosnia and Herzegovina promoted, while two points are likely to guarantee a play-off place.
World Cup experience and emerging players
Bosnia and Herzegovina qualified for the World Cup, reached the knockout rounds and were beaten by the USA. Hrgovic joined Bosnia and Herzegovina's national setup in 2024 and helped the team qualify for the World Cup.
Kerim Alajbegovic scored against Qatar at the World Cup and is now at Juventus, where he has been a regular since the start of the season.
Looking back at the World Cup, he told Flashscore: “Going to the World Cup united people, triggering a certain euphoria that is still present today. All those players contributed to that unification, but even back when I was a player and part of the national team, we were always united, regardless of different religions or whatever.”
Dzeko's international legacy
Edin Dzeko retired from international duty earlier in the year. He scored 73 goals in 152 appearances for Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Speaking about his former charge, Hrgovic said: “He is incredible, a truly special guy. I had the opportunity to participate as a player in his debut for the national team, and now as a coach in his farewell. In a way, I opened and closed his story. Just a great player, and an even greater person.”
