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Bosnia-Herzegovina

vs

Sweden

KickoffFriday 2 October 2026, 7:45pm

VenueStadion Bilino Polje

CompetitionUEFA Nations League

Bosnia-Herzegovina have come into this Nations League campaign with something to prove after their World Cup exit, and four points from two games suggests they are doing exactly that under Sergej Barbarez. There is a real sense of momentum building around this squad, a team that grinds out results and does not hand anything away easily. Sweden, though, arrive in even better nick. Graham Potter has them purring right now, six points from six, and Viktor Gyokeres is looking like a man who has been waiting for a stage to remind everyone what he can do.

This is the top two going head to head in Group B4, and with both sides having shown they can score freely in these opening fixtures, the game has the feel of a genuine six pointer that could define who controls the group from here.

Bosnia-Herzegovina vs Sweden Match Details

The fixture takes place at Bilino Polje in Zenica, a compact and atmospheric ground that Bosnia-Herzegovina have used to good effect over the years. This is a UEFA Nations League League B group stage fixture, and with Sweden sitting top and Bosnia just a point behind, the stakes are clear. Three of Bosnia’s remaining four matches in this group are on home soil, so the gaffer will know that picking up points here is absolutely central to their qualification hopes.

Team News

Sweden have already taken a couple of hits in the squad department, with Emil Holm and Alexander Isak both withdrawing through injury after picking up knocks in the Romania fixture. Losing Isak is a significant blow in terms of attacking quality, though Gyokeres has stepped up admirably in his absence so far. Bosnia appear to be relatively unaffected by injury concerns heading into this one, with Barbarez likely to name a settled side.

• Alexander Isak (Sweden) out through injury
• Emil Holm (Sweden) out through injury
• Sebastian Nanasi pushing for a start on the flank after impressing as a substitute against Poland
• Alexander Bernhardsson also an option for Potter out wide
• Bosnia expected to name an unchanged lineup from the Romania win

Predicted Lineups

Barbarez looks set to stick with what is working. Haris Tabakovic leads the line and has been sharp in front of goal, while Esmir Bajraktarevic on the wing brings creativity and directness that caused Romania all sorts of problems. The shape has been solid and the players know their jobs, so there is little reason to tinker.

Potter will almost certainly keep faith with his 4-4-2 setup, though the wide positions are worth watching. Nanasi came off the bench and made an immediate impact against Poland, setting up a goal, so he could force his way into the starting eleven. Gyokeres is nailed on up top, and with Isak unavailable, the Arsenal forward carries even more responsibility in this one.

• Bosnia-Herzegovina: Zlomislic; Memic, Katic, Muharemovic, Kolasinac; Basic, Gigovic; Bajraktarevic, Mahmic, Alajbegovic; Tabakovic
• Sweden: Johansson; Svensson, Lindelof, Starfelt, Gudmundsson; Walemark, Bergvall, Ayari, Nanasi; Nygren, Gyokeres

Recent Form

Bosnia arrived at this Nations League campaign on the back of a World Cup exit against the United States, which stung, but the response has been impressive. A goalless draw away in Poland followed by a 4-2 thumping of Romania on the road shows real character and quality in attack. Those are not soft results either. Poland and Romania are decent sides at this level, so picking up four points from those two fixtures tells you something about what Barbarez has built. Only two defeats in their last 14 games across all competitions, a run that includes playoff wins over Wales and Italy on penalties to even reach the World Cup, speaks to a side that has real backbone.

Sweden’s form under Potter has been quietly impressive, and this Nations League start has been his best stretch yet. A 2-1 win over Romania and then a convincing 3-1 defeat of Poland means they sit top with a perfect record. What stands out is the consistency of Gyokeres, who has scored in both matches and looks hungry in a way that suggests he has a lot to prove right now. The one concern is at the back. Potter is yet to keep a clean sheet in any of his 12 games in charge of Sweden, and while they score freely, they have not shut the door on anyone yet. That vulnerability could matter tonight.

Bosnia at home is a different prospect to Bosnia away. Their fans get right behind them at Bilino Polje, and the atmosphere can be fierce. Sweden will need to be disciplined and not get dragged into something scrappy, because this Bosnia side has the quality to punish you if you lose your shape.

Head-to-Head Record

These two have not faced each other since a friendly back in 2010, when Sweden came out on top with a 4-2 win. That is sixteen years of no contact between the sides, which makes form and current context far more relevant than any historical head to head record here. You cannot read too much into a single friendly result from well over a decade ago, so this one really does come down to where both squads are right now rather than any ingrained pattern between them.

What is worth noting is that the last time they did meet, both teams got on the scoresheet freely, and if the current Nations League form of both sides is anything to go by, goals look likely again.

Key Stats

• Sweden have scored in every single one of Potter’s 12 games in charge, but have not kept a clean sheet in any of them
• Gyokeres has scored in both Nations League fixtures so far and has five international goals in 13 appearances for Bosnia’s opponents tonight
• Tabakovic has five goals in 13 international appearances and scored in Bosnia’s last Nations League outing
• The two sides have combined for nine goals across their four Nations League matches this campaign

Bosnia-Herzegovina vs Sweden Betting Tips

The attacking output from both sides this campaign makes this a match where goals feel almost inevitable. Sweden carry a real threat but have been leaking at the back, Bosnia score freely and love playing at home, and Gyokeres is in the kind of form where you back him to get involved in almost any game. The smart money looks to be on an open, high scoring affair with Sweden edging it.

Both Teams To Score (BTTS) Prediction

Yes. Sweden have not kept a clean sheet under Potter, Bosnia are averaging two goals per game in this Nations League campaign, and both number nines are in form. The goals are coming from both ends here, and backing BTTS at yes feels like one of the safer calls on the card.

Cards Prediction

This is a high stakes group stage clash between two physical sides, and with Bosnia playing on home soil with plenty to fight for, expect some edge to creep in. There are likely to be a few niggly fouls as the game tightens up, particularly in midfield where both teams battle hard. Over three and a half cards looks like a reasonable shout given the intensity this fixture should bring.

First Goalscorer Prediction

Viktor Gyokeres is the standout pick here. He has scored in both of Sweden’s Nations League games, he is sharp and hungry after losing his place at Arsenal, and with Isak not available he is the focal point of the Swedish attack. Potter will be looking to him to carry the team, and he has the quality and the motivation to deliver again.

Correct Score Prediction

Bosnia will get one, because Sweden simply do not keep clean sheets right now. But Sweden’s firepower and the form of Gyokeres in particular should see Potter’s side come away with the three points. A 1-3 scoreline captures that dynamic perfectly, Bosnia grabbing one while Sweden run out comfortable winners on the night.

Over and Under Goals Prediction

Over 2.5 goals feels very well supported here. Nine goals have already been shared between these two sides in just four Nations League matches, neither goalkeeper has kept a clean sheet in recent weeks, and both attacks have genuine quality. This has the feel of a game where the goals keep coming.

Bet Builder Tip

With Gyokeres in the kind of form where he scores in every game, both defences showing vulnerability, and goals flowing freely for both nations this campaign, these three selections complement each other well and all point in the same direction.

Final Match Prediction

Bosnia-Herzegovina will make it tough for Sweden and will not be rolled over at home, but Potter’s side have too much quality going forward right now. Gyokeres is flying, the team is well organised, and they have shown in back to back wins that they can handle pressure moments. Bosnia will contribute to an entertaining night and grab a goal, but Sweden have the edge in individual quality across the pitch.

The prediction is Bosnia-Herzegovina 1-3 Sweden. Sweden continue their perfect start to the Nations League campaign, Gyokeres adds another to his tally, and Potter’s side move clear at the top of Group B4.

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