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Bosnia and Herzegovina aim for historic World Cup return

Home advantage could define a rare opportunity on the global stage.

Home advantage could define a rare opportunity on the global stage.
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Calum Roche
Managing Editor AS USA
Sports-lover turned journalist, born and bred in Scotland, with a passion for football (soccer). He’s also a keen follower of NFL, NBA, golf and tennis, among others, and always has an eye on the latest in science, tech and current affairs. As Managing Editor at AS USA, uses background in operations and marketing to drive improvements for reader satisfaction.
Update:

Bosnia and Herzegovina have a chance to reach just their second World Cup as they host Italy in a decisive playoff final.

When is Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Italy?

The match kicks off at 2:45 p.m. ET / 11:45 a.m. PT in Zenica, where Bosnia will aim to replicate the success of their 2014 qualification.

With everything decided in one match, the stakes are clear. Extra time and penalties will be used if needed.

What World Cup group will Bosnia and Herzegovina go into?

Victory would send Bosnia and Herzegovina into Group B with Canada, Switzerland and Qatar.

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