Bosnia & Herzegovina vs. San Marino: World Cup Qualifier Preview
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Bosnia & Herzegovina Ready for San Marino Showdown
Bosnia & Herzegovina is set to host San Marino in a crucial World Cup qualifying match at the Stadion Bilino Polje in Zenica. The match, scheduled for Saturday, June 7, 2025, is a significant opportunity for Bosnia to solidify their position at the top of Group H and continue their quest for a spot in the 2026 World Cup.
After securing back-to-back wins in March against Romania and Cyprus, Bosnia, led by coach Sergej Barbarez, are aiming for maximum points against the lowest-ranked team in the group. The team is currently ranked 70th in the FIFA rankings, while San Marino sits at the bottom at 210th.
Pjanić Farewell and Strategic Formation
This match also marks a special occasion as it will be Miralem Pjanić's official farewell to the national team. Coach Barbarez has emphasized the importance of approaching the game with caution, aiming to resolve the match early and score as many goals as possible. He plans to deploy a 4-4-2 formation, focusing on a dominant style of play.
"We are now in a bigger role of favorites than we were against Cyprus," Barbarez stated at a recent press conference. "We will try to play more dominantly."
San Marino's Struggles and Historical Context
San Marino, on the other hand, has faced consecutive defeats in their World Cup qualifying campaign, losing to Cyprus and Romania. Historically, Bosnia has dominated their encounters, winning both previous matches during the 2006 FIFA World Cup qualifying with a combined score of 6-1.
How to Watch
For fans in the United States, the match will be available for streaming on the FOX Sports app and FOXSports.com. Kick-off is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. ET.
Prediction
Given Bosnia's strong form and San Marino's struggles, a comfortable victory for the home side is widely expected. The focus will be on securing three points and boosting their goal difference as they continue their journey towards the 2026 World Cup.