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The second round of Group B fixtures at the 2026 World Cup will take place on Thursday, 18 June, with Switzerland set to take on Bosnia and Herzegovina in Los Angeles prior to Canada's clash with Qatar.
After the first round of fixtures, all four nations are on one point, which sets us up for a thrilling night of action on Thursday, with wins now of the utmost importance.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions, as well as our best World Cup betting offers.
Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina key stats
- Three of Switzerland's last four matches have finished all square.
- Three of Switzerland's last five matches against European opposition have finished all square.
- Both teams have scored in nine of Bosnia and Herzegovina's last ten matches.
Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina preview: Another draw is on the cards
| Switzerland | vs | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
|---|---|---|
| 19th | FIFA Ranking | 64th |
| Granit Xhaka (147) | Most Caps | Edin Dzeko (73) |
| Breel Embolo (25) | Most Goals | Edin Dzeko (148) |
| 1,148 | Total Caps | 613 |
| 125 | Total Goals | 94 |
| 0 | Uncapped Players | 1 |
This is a World Cup that has already seen its fair share of draws, but we could be in for another one in Los Angeles on Thursday night, as both teams have seemingly become draw specialists in recent times.
While three draws might be enough to secure qualification to the knockout rounds, there is no guarantee, and the Switzerland manager, Murat Yakin, will not be at all comfortable with that, given that his side were expected to breeze through this group.
The draw with Qatar last week has left them in a sticky, but recoverable spot, but they will need to perform better on Thursday if they are to avoid a similar outcome. While they performed well in the first half, they let the second half drift, almost as if they believed the job was done at 1-0.
One big positive for Yakin is that he came through that match with no injury concerns. That doesn't mean there won't be any changes, though, particularly at the top of the pitch, where Noah Okafor will be desperate for an opportunity from the start.
Although they are on the same point as Switzerland, the mood inside the Bosnian camp this week will have been more buoyant after acting as the party poopers against Canada on the tournament's second night.
It could have been even better, too, but for a late equaliser from Cyle Larin. Regardless, Bosnia are well and truly involved in the tournament, particularly as they still have Qatar to come in the final week of the group stages.
Sead Kolasinac was a rock at the back during the draw with Canada last Friday, but there are concerns about his availability for the match against Switzerland after he hobbled off the pitch in the 84th minute.
Edin Dzeko is also expected to come and start the match after being left on the bench as a precaution last time out. The rest of the team is expected to stay largely the same as they seek another positive result.
Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina form guide & betting tips
| Switzerland | vs | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
|---|---|---|
LDWDD |
Form | DWWDd |
| 9 | Goals For | 4 |
| 7 | Goals Against | 4 |
D |
World Cup | D |
Whispers predicts: Switzerland 1-1 Bosnia and Herzegovina
Across the last four matches involving either one of these two nations, all four have finished 1-1. The draw price of 3/1 is therefore extremely tempting.
Both teams have scored in seven of Switzerland's last eight matches. BTTS has been priced at 5/4.
Edin Dzeko has scored 73 goals in 148 caps for Bosnia and Herzegovina, at an average of nearly one goal every two games. Dzeko to score anytime has been priced at 3/1.
> The draw at 3/1 (4.00) | Likelihood: Possible
> BTTS at 5/4 (2.25) | Likelihood: Probable
> Dzeko to score anytime at 3/1 (4.00) | Likelihood: Possible