Bosnia beats Qatar 3-0 to reach World Cup knockout stage
What's next: Bosnia finished third in Group B and is set for a probable last-32 match against the United States in Santa Clara.
Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Qatar 3-0 in their final Group B match on Tuesday, securing a place in the World Cup knockout stage for the first time. Kerim Alajbegovic, 18, scored the standout goal, and Ermin Mahmic added a late third that proved crucial as Bosnia improved its goal tally and eliminated Qatar. The result sent Bosnia through in third place in the group. Veteran striker Edin Dzeko made his 150th international appearance, while coach Sergej Barbarez guided Bosnia to a breakthrough at the tournament. The team is now in line for a likely last-32 meeting with the United States in Santa Clara.