Group Stage · Group B

Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 · 19:00 UTC · Lumen Field, Seattle

BIH

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Zmajevi (The Dragons)
FIFA Ranking#62
CoachSergej Barbarez
Key PlayerEdin Džeko
WC Appearances2
Best FinishGroup Stage (2014)
ExpectationsUnderdog

Bosnia return to the World Cup for only the second time, having stunned Italy in the playoffs. Edin Džeko leads the golden generation's last dance.

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QAT

Qatar

The Maroons
FIFA Ranking#58
CoachMarquez Lopez
Key PlayerAkram Afif
WC Appearances2
Best FinishGroup Stage (2022)
ExpectationsUnderdog

The 2022 hosts return as a participant rather than organizer. Qatar have invested heavily in their national team and Akram Afif — AFC Player of the Year — is genuinely world-class.

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Head-to-Head Comparison

Bosnia and HerzegovinaFIFA RankingQatar
#62 - #58
Bosnia and HerzegovinaWC AppearancesQatar
2 - 2

Group B Context

Les Rouges have a manageable draw but Bosnia bring Balkan grit and tournament experience.

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Venue

Lumen Field

Seattle, WA, USA · Capacity: 68,740

Home to the loudest fans in football (Seahawks) and MLS Cup champions (Sounders). The roof amplifies sound creating a legendary atmosphere.

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Fan Guide: Seattle

Top Spots

Fuel Sports · Sports Bar

Sounders HQ, massive projection screen, match day central

Fado Irish Pub · Pub

Premier League and international football, multiple screens

Atlantic Crossing · Pub

Arsenal supporters bar, proper British pub

The George & Dragon Pub · Pub

English pub in quirky Fremont neighborhood

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