The focus of the FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers Group H turns to the Ernst Happel Stadium in Vienna this Tuesday as Austria host Bosnia-Herzegovina.
The Wunderteam enters this clash match in outstanding form, having secured four victories in their last five World Cup qualification matches. Following their loss to Romania away from home last time out, they got back to winning ways following a 2-0 away victory over Cyprus.
The Dragons, on the other hand, head for the clash with good form, recording three wins, one draw and one loss in their last five competitive fixtures. Their last qualifying result was a 3-1 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Read our Austria vs Bosnia-Herzegovina predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check FIFA World Cup predictions.
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Austria vs Bosnia-Herzegovina prediction: Expect a draw
Key statistics
- First-half draws have been played in three of their last four encounters.
- Two of their last four meetings have ended in a full-time draw.
- BTTS has been scored in two of their last four meetings.
Correct score prediction: Austria 1-1 Bosnia-Herzegovina
We expect a tight challenge in this encounter, as both teams are seeking the top spot in their group. With Austria currently at the top by a two-point margin, we predict they will retain their position and play to a 1-1 draw against Bosnia.
Bosnia-Herzegovina have also had some bad moments in their group, but they will look to put behind their poor performance and find a way to dethrone the home team from the top spot, so we expect a tight game.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Austria expected to win
- Home: 7/20 (1.35) – 74.1%
- Draw: 4/1 (5.00) – 20.0%
- Away: 15/2 (8.50) – 11.8%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
The bookmakers have tipped Austria to win this game with ease, giving them odds of 1.35, which translates to a 74.1% implied chance of victory. A draw stands at 5.00, giving it a 20.0% likelihood, while Bosnia & Herzegovina are clear underdogs at 8.50 odds, implying just an 11.8% chance of securing a shock result.
Most recent head-to-head: History slightly favours Austria
Their last five meetings have seen Austria secure two wins and Bosnia-Herzegovina take just one win and two draws in between them. However, only four of those five games have been recent.
The last four matches have resulted in one victory for Austria, one victory for the visitors and two draws. The recent encounter in this qualification round ended in a 2-1 victory for Austria.
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Austria preview: No current injury worries
Austria are without any new injury or suspension concerns heading into this fixture. Their squad remains intact, with no additional absentees reported since their last qualifying match.
Predicted lineup: Schlager (GK), Posch, Danso, Lienhart, Schlager, Laimer, Seiwald, Schmid, Baumgartner, Sabitzer & Arnautovic
Last five fixtures
- 15.11.25 – Cyprus 0 – 2 Austria
- 12.10.25 – Romania 1 – 0 Austria
- 09.10.25 – Austria 10 – 0 San Marino
- 09.09.25 – Bosnia & Herzegovina 1 – 2 Austria
- 06.09.25 – Austria 1 – 0 Cyprus
Bosnia-Herzegovina preview: Three players suspended for this clash
Bosnia will be without three suspended players for this match, as Nikola Katic, Amar Dedic and Dzenis Burnic have all accumulated their second yellow card of the qualifying campaign.
Predicted lineup: Vasilj (GK), Malic, Hadzikadunic, Basic, Muharemovic, Bazdar, Tahirovic, Bajraktarevic, Tabakovic, Dzeko & Memic
Last five fixtures
- 15.11.25 – Bosnia & Herzegovina 3 – 1 Romania
- 12.10.25 – Malta 1 – 4 Bosnia & Herzegovina
- 09.10.25 – Cyprus 2 – 2 Bosnia & Herzegovina
- 09.09.25 – Bosnia & Herzegovina 1 – 2 Austria
- 06.09.25 – San Marino 0 – 6 Bosnia & Herzegovina
Player to watch: Marko Arnautovic
Marko Arnautovic has been one of Austria's best players in the World Cup qualifiers. The striker has proven himself to be the most consistent and dangerous threat for the Austrian national team in this qualification campaign. In his last five games, Arnautovic has recorded eight goals and one assist, with his presence contributing to Austria’s offence.