The FIFA World Cup gives spectators a chance to learn about countries they may not have known beforehand. The U.S. men’s national team’s next opponent is a good example. Up next for the Stars and Stripes is a Round of 32 battle against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
About Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country located in Southeast Europe. It borders Croatia to the north and southwest, Serbia to the East, and Montenegro to the southeast. The population of the nation is approximately between 3-3.5 million. The main languages of the country are Bosnian, Serbian, and Croatian.
Bosnia and Herzegovina refers to two different and distinct regions within the country. Bosnia, the most known name, is the bigger region occupying most of the top half. It has more of a continental climate. Herzegovina refers to the smaller, southern region that is mostly mountainous with a Mediterranean climate.
The full history of the country is complex, with the Bosnian War in the 1990s being part of the breakup from Yugoslavia that led to its independence. Entering their matchup with the U.S., the key players to watch are 40-year-old striker Edin Dzeko, defender Sead Kolasinac, and the rising winger pairing of Kerim Alajbegovic and Esmir Bajraktarevic.
Original reporting: NBC Connecticut (Hartford) — read the source article.
