Switzerland vs Bosnia Herzegovina Prediction & Betting Tips - World Cup
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by Sridhar Bhamidi | in World Cup Predictions
After 1-1 draws in their respective opening games of the 2026 World Cup, Switzerland and Bosnia will be battling for three points when they meet on Thursday. This matchday two of Group B will see all four teams on identical records, with both matches ending 1-1 from matchday one. The Fair Play score separates the first-placed ‘Red Devils’ from the fourth-placed ‘Dragons’, adding more context to this outing. Both teams will loathe dropping more points, with another exciting clash promised.
Switzerland were stunned by a late goal by Qatar in a 1-1 draw. The game will be remembered for the missed chances in the final third as Austria dominated in possession (68%), expected goals xG (3.20), total shots (26), big chances created (six), and practically on all counts.
Bosnia played out a 1-1 draw with co-hosts Canada in their tournament opener, holding a lead from the 21st minute until a 78th-minute equalizer spoiled their hopes. Both teams will be keen on picking up their first win of this World Cup, but who has the edge? Read our analysis, team news, and match predictions to find more.
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Switzerland v Bosnia Herzegovina Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.56 | 3.95 | 5.6 |
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1.61 | 4.17 | 6.14 |
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1.59 | 3.98 | 5.75 |
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1.59 | 3.98 | 5.75 |
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1.55 | 4.1 | 5.75 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Switzerland and Bosnia Herzegovina?
Our prediction for the Switzerland vs Bosnia Herzegovina match is: BTTS.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 18/06/2026 between Switzerland and Bosnia Herzegovina in World Cup :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 35.76% for a win of Switzerland against Bosnia Herzegovina with odds of 1.62 at 888Starz.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Switzerland vs Bosnia Herzegovina is 47.84% with odds of 4.17 at 1xbet.
- Our prediction model gives a 16.4% chance ⭐ for a win of Bosnia Herzegovina vs Switzerland with odds of 6.25 at LSbet.
Switzerland vs Bosnia Herzegovina Form
Switzerland and Bosnia Herzegovina's standings in the World Cup
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
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4
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1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Switzerland and Bosnia Herzegovina Last Matches
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
13 Jun 2026 - World Cup
6 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
31 May 2026 - International Friendlies
31 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
27 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
18 Nov 2025 - World Cup
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
6 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
31 May 2026 - International Friendlies
27 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
15 Nov 2025 - World Cup
8 Sept 2025 - World Cup
5 Sept 2025 - World Cup
2/6 (33%)
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
13 Jun 2026 - World Cup
31 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
18 Nov 2025 - World Cup
13 Oct 2025 - World Cup
10 Oct 2025 - World Cup
10 Jun 2025 - International Friendlies
0/6 (0%)
6/6 (100%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
12 Jun 2026 - World Cup
6 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
29 May 2026 - International Friendlies
31 Mar 2026 - World Cup
26 Mar 2026 - World Cup
18 Nov 2025 - World Cup
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
29 May 2026 - International Friendlies
31 Mar 2026 - World Cup
15 Nov 2025 - World Cup
9 Sept 2025 - World Cup
7 Jun 2025 - World Cup
24 Mar 2025 - World Cup
1/6 (17%)
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
12 Jun 2026 - World Cup
6 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
26 Mar 2026 - World Cup
18 Nov 2025 - World Cup
12 Oct 2025 - International Friendlies
9 Oct 2025 - World Cup
Switzerland - Bosnia Herzegovina: Form Analysis
Breel Embolo converted a 17th-minute penalty to give Switzerland a 1-0 lead against Qatar on Saturday. They kept pushing for more and were guilty of not converting their chances, although the Qatari keeper Mahmoud Abunada, was in great form on the day.
Miro Muheim’s late own goal snuffed their hopes, making it consecutive 1-1 draws for the ‘Red Devils’. The Swiss have made it to the round of 16 in their last three World Cups, and repeating that feat could hinge on picking up a win here.
Switzerland drew five of their last eight matches.
Bosnia also took an early lead with Jovo Lukic’s 21st-minute goal, giving them a lead against Canada. It was an evenly contested game, which saw the ‘Dragons’ concede in the 78th-minute and settle for a point.
Interestingly, this is the sixth consecutive draw for the Bosnians during regulation time. Five of those stood 1-1 after 90 minutes, a score that Bosnia are perhaps getting used to, at an alarming rate!
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Players list
G. Kobel
DefenderM. Akanji
S. Widmer
R. Rodriguez
N. Elvedi
MidfielderJ. Manzambi
G. Xhaka
R. Freuler
M. Aebischer
ForwardZ. Amdouni
D. Ndoye
N. Vasilj
DefenderA. Dedic
N. Katic
T. Muharemovic
S. Kolasinac
MidfielderI. Basic
B. Tahirovic
A. Memic
ForwardE. Bajraktarevic
E. Demirovic
J. Lukic
Substitutes
Y. Mvogo
M. Keller
DefenderE. Comert
L. Jaquez
A. Amenda
M. Muheim
MidfielderD. Sow
D. Zakaria
A. Jashari
F. Rieder
ForwardC. Itten
C. Fassnacht
N. Okafor
M. Jurkas
M. Zlomislic
DefenderN. Mujakic
S. Radeljic
D. Hadzikadunic
A. Malic
MidfielderE. Mahmic
D. Burnic
A. Hadziahmetovic
I. Sunjic
A. Gigovic
ForwardK. Alajbegovic
H. Tabakovic
E. Dzeko
S. Bazdar
Missing players
H. Tabakovic
Switzerland & Bosnia Herzegovina Squad Analysis
Switzerland had no injury concerns from the match against Qatar, although Remo Freuler had a collision with Qatar's keeper. The Swiss lined up in their traditional 4-3-3 formation with Embolo in the middle and Dan Ndoye and Ruben Vargas on the flanks.
Ndoye, in particular, had six shots in the game and two on target, but ended with just 0.40 xG count. Midfield general Granit Xhaka will once again be the core of their attacks, with the Sunderland player boasting a 94% passing accuracy against Qatar.
Embolo has four goals in his last six international appearances.
Bosnia had an injury scare against Canada with Sead Kolasinac replaced in the 84th minute. Kolasinac assisted their only goal and is expected to be fit again, with the fullback making seven clearances against Canada.
The Bosnians are once again likely to use the 4-4-2 formation with Ermedin Demirovic and Jovo Lukic being their strikers. Veteran forward Edin Dzeko stayed on the bench for the third game in a row, perhaps saving him for this key contest.
Most goals and assists
Switzerland
Bosnia Herzegovina
B. Embolo
(1 Goals)
J. Lukic
(1 Goals)
S. Kolasinac
(1 Assists)
Switzerland - Bosnia Herzegovina Key Points
- Six of Switzerland’s last seven matches produced goals from both teams.
- Switzerland scored in 16 of their last 18 matches.
- Nine of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s last ten matches produced BTTS.
- Bosnia and Herzegovina conceded exactly once in seven of their last eight matches.
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Our Switzerland vs Bosnia Herzegovina Prediction
Switzerland dominated Qatar on matchday one, where they had an xG of 3.20 and possession of 68%, but still ended up with just a point. With the group now evenly balanced, the Swiss can’t risk dropping points and putting their qualification hopes under threat. Bosnia drew their last six games during regulation time and proved against Canada that their resolute side is tough to beat.
There’s enough quality on both sides to produce a scoring thriller, so our Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina prediction is BTTS.
Switzerland vs Bosnia Herzegovina Alternative Predictions
Draw
What’s with Bosnia and 1-1 draws? Their last six games have all been draws after 90 minutes, with five of those being 1-1. That run could end at some point, but the lure of backing another draw is real. Back a draw at full time.
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Switzerland vs Bosnia Herzegovina - FAQs
The Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup match will be shown live on SRG SSR in Switzerland and RTVFBIH, Arena Sport in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In the UK, STV (Central and Northern Scotland), BBC, and ITV are the official broadcasters.
You can follow the game through our live scores. Check out our World Cup Livescore page!
The 48 teams are divided into 12 groups.
Group A: Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, Czech Republic
Group B: Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland
Group C: Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland
Group D: United States, Paraguay, Australia, Turkey
Group E: Germany, Curacao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador
Group F: The Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Tunisia
Group G: Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand
Group H: Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay
Group I: France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway
Group J: Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan
Group K: Portugal, DR Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia
Group L: England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama
The top two teams of each group will progress to the knockout stage, along with the eight best third-placed teams. That makes it 32 teams for the first stage of the knockouts.
The knockouts will be played in a single-elimination format. If the teams are level during regulation time, 30 minutes of extra time will be played. If the teams are still tied at the end of extra time, a penalty shootout will be used to determine the winner.
Brazil are the most successful team in the history of the World Cups, winning the title five times (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002).
Germany are the second-most successful team with four titles, including their success as West Germany (1954, 1974, 1990, 2014).
Italy have also won the title four times (1934, 1938, 1982, 2006), but have failed to qualify for this edition.
Argentina are the next best side, winning the title on three occasions (1978, 1986, and 2022). They are the defending champions.
France (1998, 2018) and Uruguay (1930, 1950) have won two titles each.
England (1966) and Spain (2010) have won the World Cup once each.
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