Switzerland will be eager to record their first win of the World Cup when they take on Bosnia and Herzegovina in a crucial Group B encounter. As Switzerland were unfortunate not to beat Qatar in their opener, we predict a 2-1 home win. Murat Yakin’s men were seconds away from defeating Qatar, only to concede a stoppage-time equaliser in a frustrating 1-1 draw. The Swiss dominated large spells of that match, registering an impressive 26 goal attempts and creating enough chances to secure all three points. Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi is widely expected to return to the starting XI, providing additional energy in midfield. The Rossocrociati have been difficult to beat in recent months, losing just one of their last ten matches while averaging 1.9 goals scored per game.
Bosnia and Herzegovina, meanwhile, claimed a valuable point in a 1-1 draw with Canada despite spending long periods on the back foot. The good news for the Balkan Dragons is that experienced defender Sead Kolasinac has recovered from the injury he sustained against the Canadians and should be available for selection. Veteran striker Edin Dzeko is once again expected to start on the bench, with Bosnia likely to rely on a disciplined defensive approach and quick counter-attacks. However, the visitors have managed only two wins from their last ten matches and have kept just one clean sheet during that run. Interestingly, Bosnia won the only previous meeting between the two nations.
Swiss were excellent against Qatar and should be rewarded if they produce a similar performance. Therefore, Home Win is our main betting tip for this matchup, alongside Switzerland Over 1.5 and Over 2.5 goals total (Bosnia have seen both teams score in 90% of their last ten matches, suggesting an open contest).
This World Cup 2026 match will be played on Thursday 18 June 2026 at 20:00.
What is our Switzerland vs Bosnia Herzegovina prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Switzerland 2 - 1 Bosnia Herzegovina
Switzerland vs Bosnia Herzegovina Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-1 @ 800 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ -106 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -800 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -275 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals @ -111 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -350 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Breel Embolo @ 120 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Breel Embolo @ 400 Odds
- To be Booked: Sead Kolasinac @ 275 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Bosnia-Herzegovina +1.5 @ -191 Odds
- European Handicap: Scotland +2 @ -275 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 6 - 8 @ 175 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ -450 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Switzerland to Win @ -600 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: Switzerland to Win/Switzerland to Win @ 130 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Switzerland - No @ -150 Odds
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View OfferSwitzerland Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwdwdldwdd | 1.70 |
| Home | wwlwd | 2.00 |
| Away | wdddd | 1.40 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 60% | 20% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.80 | 4.40 | 1.20 |
| Scored | 1.90 | 3.00 | 0.80 |
| Conceded | 0.90 | 1.40 | 0.40 |
| BTTS | 60% | 80% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 20% | 60% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 0% | 40% |
| Expected Goals | 1.58 | 1.51 | 1.64 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.02 | 1.29 | 0.80 |
Bosnia Herzegovina Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ldwwdddddd | 1.30 |
| Home | lwdd | 1.25 |
| Away | dwdddd | 1.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 25% | 17% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.60 | 2.25 | 2.83 |
| Scored | 1.50 | 1.25 | 1.67 |
| Conceded | 1.10 | 1.00 | 1.17 |
| BTTS | 90% | 75% | 100% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 25% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 25% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.60 | 2.02 | 1.27 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.23 | 0.93 | 1.47 |
Switzerland vs Bosnia Herzegovina Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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Switzerland vs Bosnia Herzegovina Past Results
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