Bosnia and Qatar have both been outclassed through two games in Group B, but they collide on Wednesday in Seattle with both sides still alive in the race for the knockout rounds in the World Cup bracket.
Edin Dzeko & Co. are coming off a nightmare second half in Thursday’s loss to Switzerland, but the Qatari squad fared even worse in a brutal beatdown at the hands of Canada, and that's why they're underdogs in the World Cup odds.
My Bosnia vs. Qatar predictions see the 2022 World Cup hosts being brushed aside again here.
Read on for my free World Cup picks ahead of this June 24 clash.
TOP PICK
Who will win Bosnia vs Qatar: Bosnia -1.5 (+114)
You have to squint to see the positives from Bosnia and Herzegovina’s 4-1 loss to Switzerland last week, but the Dragons were in a goalless battle until the 74th minute that day before a late collapse.
With the must-win stakes here at Lumen Field, I expect their attacking talent to finally be unleashed against a Qatar defense that’s been among the weakest in the tournament.
After prioritizing solidity in their first two Group B outings, it’s time for Bosnia to go on the front foot here. I’ll take these plus odds for Sergej Barbarez’s men to finally show their goal threat, and I’d bet it up to +100.
It will require better service for strikers Dzeko and Ermedin Demirovic, but Bosnia should see plenty of the ball, with Qatar averaging 26% possession through two games. As we saw in their opening fixture against Canada, the Dragons are a threat at set pieces too, and that’s another edge for Wednesday’s contest.
Plus, Qatar enters this Group B without the suspended duo of Homam Ahmed and Assim Madibo, and they coughed up 32 shots against Canada in their 6-0 thumping last week.
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Bosnia vs Qatar Over/Under pick: Over 2.5 (-161)
These teams both cashed the Over on this 2.5-goal line in their last contest, despite making limited attacking contributions of their own, and I’m expecting goals at Lumen Field as these squads chase the three points.
That starts with Bosnia taking off the hand brake. I see the Dragons being the aggressors here, and their direct style will lead to chances.
Barbarez can turn to Jovo Lukic and Esmir Bajraktarevic to freshen up his front line, and I don’t trust Qatar’s back four to withstand the pressure after their frequent lapses against Canada.
While we haven’t seen the best of Bosnia’s attack in this tournament, they had some clinical moments in qualifying, including a 6-0 win over San Marino and a 3-1 victory against Romania.
The Group B standings dictate an open game, too. A draw helps neither team, and more risk-taking should translate to end-to-end action.
It’s also worth noting that suspensions are forcing both sides to reshuffle their defense, which could contribute to some shaky moments and power this Over.
Bosnia vs Qatar projected lineup
Bosnia (4-4-2): Vasilj; Dedic, Katic, Hadzikadunic, Kolasinac; Alajbegovic, Sunjic, Tahirovic, Memic; Demirovic, Dzeko.
Qatar (4-3-3): Abunada; Al Oui, Khoukhi, Miguel, Al Brake; Gaber, Laye, Boudiaf; Edmilson, Abdurisag, Afif.
Bosnia vs Qatar injuries
Bosnia: Tarik Muharemovic CB (Suspended).
Qatar: Homam Ahmed LB (Suspended), Assim Madibo CM (Suspended).
Bosnia vs Qatar weather
The forecast calls for some afternoon sunshine in Seattle, with a light breeze and temperatures in the high 70s at kickoff.
Bosnia vs Qatar odds
| Bosnia | Qatar | |
|---|---|---|
| -233 | Moneyline | +669 |
| +426 | Draw | +426 |
| Over 2.5 (-150) | Total | Under 2.5 (+144) |
Odds courtesy of Kalshi.
How to watch Bosnia vs Qatar
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| Location | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA |
| Date | Wednesday, June 24, 2026 |
| Time | 3 p.m. ET |
| TV | FS1 |
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