At SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, Switzerland and Bosnia & Herzegovina clash in a crucial Group B showdown at the FIFA World Cup.
With both teams opening their group run with 1-1 draws, this Matchday 8 meeting carries huge importance, as victory could prove decisive in the race for qualification to the knockout rounds.
Read through our Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina prediction before committing to a bet.
Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina prediction for the 2026 World Cup
Our pre-match breakdown shows just how tricky it can be to dig out value in a World Cup tie of this calibre. You will find our top Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina prediction below:
BTTS - Yes
Who are the favourites?
Based on the leading UK-licensed bookmakers, Switzerland is tipped to come out on top, with 59% of the odds leaning towards their win.
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Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina head-to-head record
These two nations have met only a handful of times of late — 1 match(es) in all, which only adds to the unpredictability of this 2026 World Cup tie.
Switzerland: 0 win(s)
Bosnia and Herzegovina: 1 win(s)
Draws: 0
Switzerland at the 2026 World Cup
Switzerland arrive having already played 1 match(es) at the 2026 World Cup. Here is the record for Switzerland National Team:
At the World Cup:
0 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 0 loss(es)
1 point(s) per game on average
1 goals scored at the World Cup (1 per game)
1 goals conceded at the World Cup (1 per game)
Switzerland National Team in 2026
5 win(s), 5 draw(s) and 1 loss(es) in all competitions
Leading scorer: Breel Embolo with 4 goal(s)
Most assists: Dan Ndoye with 3
Bosnia and Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup
Bosnia and Herzegovina go into this tie with 1 match(es) already behind them at the 2026 World Cup.
Here is what Bosnia and Herzegovina National Team have managed so far:
At the World Cup
0 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 0 loss(es)
1 point(s) per game on average
1 goals scored at the World Cup (1 per game)
1 goals conceded at the World Cup (1 per game)
Bosnia and Herzegovina National Team in 2026
5 win(s), 7 draw(s) and 1 loss(es) in all competitions
Leading scorer: Edin Džeko with 5 goal(s)
Most assists: Amar Memić with 2
Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina statistics at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Before you stake anything, look over the side-by-side comparison that sheds light on each nation's current form for this World Cup tie:
Switzerland
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina probable lineups
See the likely starting elevens below for our Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina prediction at the 2026 World Cup.
Switzerland: Gregor Kobel, Silvan Widmer, Manuel Akanji, Nico Elvedi, Ricardo Rodriguez, Remo Freuler, Granit Xhaka, Denis Zakaria, Dan Ndoye, Breel Embolo, Ruben Vargas
Bosnia & Herzegovina: Nikola Vasilj, Amar Dedic, Dennis Hadzikadunic, Tarik Muharemovic, Sead Kolasinac, Amir Hadziahmetovic, Benjamin Tahirovic, Esmir Bajraktarevic, Armin Gigovic, Ermedin Demirovic, Edin Dzeko
How to watch Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina live in the UK
Find out below where you can catch Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina live during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Just remember, kick-off is at 20:00 UK time.
For the full schedule, check our our World Cup live streaming page.
More betting tips for this match
Alongside the main tip given at the top of this article, here are some other strong bets for Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina:
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Match details: Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
🆚 Fixture Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
🏆 Tournament 2026 FIFA World Cup
📅 Date Thursday, 18/06/2026
🕐 Kick-off 20:00 UK time
🏟️ Venue SoFi Stadium
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