Bosnia-Herzegovina
Sergej Barbarez
BASergej Barbarez (Serbo-Croatian Cyrillic: Сергеј Барбарез; born 17 September 1971) is a Bosnian professional football manager and former player who is the manager of the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team. Mainly used as a second striker during his playing career, Barbarez was also deployed as an attacking midfielder or left winger. He started his career at hometown club Velež Mostar, before going to Germany and joining Hannover 96 in 1992. Barbarez left Hamburg in 2006, and signed with Bayer Leverkusen, where he retired from professional football in 2008.
- Led Bosnia-Herzegovina to 2026 World Cup qualification
- Bundesliga career with multiple clubs as a player
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GK St. Pauli goalkeeper and Bosnia's first choice. Currently plying his trade at St. Pauli, a commanding presence between the posts, Nikola Vasilj is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Bosnia-Herzegovina. Has earned 12 international caps. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Bosnia's backup goalkeeper. Currently plying his trade at Zürich, a commanding presence between the posts, Kenan Pirić is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Bosnia-Herzegovina. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
GK Bosnia's young goalkeeping prospect. Currently plying his trade at Eupen, a commanding presence between the posts, Nihad Mujakić is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Bosnia-Herzegovina. Has earned 3 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
DF Red Bull Salzburg right-back and a young Bosnian international. Currently plying his trade at Red Bull Salzburg, a dependable defender, Amar Dedić combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Bosnia-Herzegovina's backline. Has earned 12 international caps. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
DF Malmö centre-back and a regular in Bosnia's defence. Currently plying his trade at Trabzonspor, a dependable defender, Dennis Hadžikadunić combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Bosnia-Herzegovina's backline. Has earned 15 international caps. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Bosnian left-back who has become a regular in the national team's defensive setup. Currently plying his trade at Maccabi Haifa, a dependable defender, Edin Čočalić combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Bosnia-Herzegovina's backline. Has earned 3 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
DF Hoffenheim centre-back and a veteran of Bosnia's defence. Currently plying his trade at Hoffenheim, a dependable defender, Ermin Bičakčić combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Bosnia-Herzegovina's backline. Has earned 35 international caps. Born in 1990, the 36-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Atalanta left-back and Bosnia's captain. Currently plying his trade at Atalanta, a dependable defender, Sead Kolašinac combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Bosnia-Herzegovina's backline. Has earned 55 international caps, scoring 1 goal, building significant international experience. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
DF Sheffield United centre-back and a key figure in Bosnia's defence. Currently plying his trade at Sheffield United, a dependable defender, Anel Ahmedhodžić combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Bosnia-Herzegovina's backline. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
DF Ferencváros left-back and a Bosnian international. Currently plying his trade at Ferencváros, a dependable defender, Eldar Čivić combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Bosnia-Herzegovina's backline. Has earned 25 international caps. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
An experienced Bosnian midfielder. Currently plying his trade at Grasshopper Club, an industrious midfielder, Haris Hajradinović excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Bosnia-Herzegovina. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
MF Former Barcelona and Juventus midfielder and one of Bosnia's all-time greats. Currently plying his trade at Sharjah FC, an industrious midfielder, Miralem Pjanić excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Bosnia-Herzegovina. Has earned 110 international caps, scoring 15 goals, making him one of the most senior figures in the squad. Born in 1990, the 36-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
MF Torino midfielder and Bosnia's creative playmaker. Currently plying his trade at Konyaspor, an industrious midfielder, Amer Gojak excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Bosnia-Herzegovina. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
MF Ajax midfielder and one of Bosnia's brightest young talents. Currently plying his trade at Ajax, an industrious midfielder, Benjamin Tahirović excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Bosnia-Herzegovina. Has earned 10 international caps. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
MF Sassuolo midfielder and a young Bosnian talent. Currently plying his trade at Sassuolo, an industrious midfielder, Ivan Bašić excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Bosnia-Herzegovina. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
MF Bosnian international midfielder. Currently plying his trade at Rapid Wien, an industrious midfielder, Dženis Burnić excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Bosnia-Herzegovina. Has earned 8 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
FW Bosnia's all-time top scorer and most iconic player. Currently plying his trade at Fenerbahçe, a clinical forward, Edin Džeko possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Bosnia-Herzegovina's primary attacking threat. Has earned 130 international caps, scoring 65 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Born in 1986, the 40-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
FW Stuttgart forward and a key part of Bosnia's attack. Currently plying his trade at VfB Stuttgart, a clinical forward, Ermedin Demirović possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Bosnia-Herzegovina's primary attacking threat. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 5 goals. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Trabzonspor winger and one of Bosnia's most experienced players. Currently plying his trade at Trabzonspor, a clinical forward, Edin Višća possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Bosnia-Herzegovina's primary attacking threat. Has earned 80 international caps, scoring 10 goals. Born in 1990, the 36-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
Genk forward and an important striker for Bosnia. Currently plying his trade at Eupen, a clinical forward, Smail Prevljak possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Bosnia-Herzegovina's primary attacking threat. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 5 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
FW Bosnia's national team forward. Currently plying his trade at Borac Banja Luka, a clinical forward, Armin Hodžić possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Bosnia-Herzegovina's primary attacking threat. Has earned 10 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
FW Dinamo Zagreb winger and a Bosnian international. Currently plying his trade at Dynamo Kyiv, a clinical forward, Luka Menalo possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Bosnia-Herzegovina's primary attacking threat. Has earned 10 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
FW Bosnia's emerging young forward. Currently plying his trade at Ferencváros, a clinical forward, Amar Rahmanović possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Bosnia-Herzegovina's primary attacking threat. Has earned 5 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Will feature for Bosnia-Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, the team's second-ever appearance on the world stage.
