Wales vs Bosnia-Herzegovina Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 26 Mar 2026
World Cup Play-Off Betting Preview: Wales vs Bosnia-Herzegovina
Wales clash with Bosnia-Herzegovina in this World Cup play-off semi-final at the Cardiff City Stadium, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Thursday 26 March.
We’ve gone through the betting options for Wales vs Bosnia-Herzegovina and the wager that really stands out is BTTS Yes. We are more than happy to take the -110 that this outcome happens.
Wales finished second in Group J to book their place in this play-off semi-final, ending two points behind Belgium and ahead of North Macedonia, Kazakhstan and Liechtenstein.
Craig Bellamy's side come into this game off a dominant 7-1 home win over North Macedonia at the Cardiff City Stadium in a World Cup qualifier. Wales managed ten shots on target and enjoyed 70% possession, while Harry Wilson fired home a hat-trick.
Bosnia-Herzegovina progressed to the play-off after a second-place finish in Group H, two points behind Austria but ahead of Romania, Cyprus and San Marino.
The Bosnians drew 1-1 away to group winners Austria last time out. The match was a World Cup qualifier played at the Ernst Happel Stadion. They had just 32% possession and one shot on goal, with Haris Tabakovic finding the net.
| Europe World Cup Qualification | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |  Bosnia and H. |
8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 10 | 17:7 | 17 |
| 2 |  Wales |
8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 21 | 11 | 10 | 21:11 | 16 |
6 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws, averaging 2.5 goals from 10.2 attempts and 6.5 shots on goal. Wales have had 64.3% possession and 6.3 corners per match. On average, the Dragons have conceded 1.2 goals from 8.8 attempts and 2.5 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 4.2 corners.
Top goalscorer Harry Wilson has found the net 6 times, Brennan Johnson 3, with David Brooks and two other players on 2. Sorba Thomas is the top assists maker on 5, with goalie Karl Darlow managing 4 clean sheets.
Bosnia-Herzegovina have 5 victories, 2 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 8.9 attempts, 4.0 shots on goal and 1.8 goals. Sergej Barbarez's men average 46.2% possession, 3.6 corners in their favour and 3.2 corners against, while 1.5 goals have been conceded from 3.7 shots on goal and 9.4 attempts.
The top scorers have been Edin Dzeko on 5, followed by Haris Tabakovic and Ermedin Demirovic with 2. Amar Memic and Amar Dedic have been top assists providers with 2, while Nikola Vasilj has kept 3 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Wales confirmed lineup (4-1-4-1): Karl Darlow (GK), Neco Williams, Joe Rodon, Dylan Lawlor, Jay Dasilva, Ethan Ampadu, Daniel James, Harry Wilson, Jordan James, Brennan Johnson, David Brooks.
Bosnia-Herzegovina confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Nikola Vasilj (GK), Amar Dedic, Nikola Katic, Tarik Muharemovic, Sead Kolasinac, Esmir Bajraktarevic, Ivan Sunjic, Benjamin Tahirovic, Amar Memic, Edin Dzeko, Ermedin Demirovic.
Wales vs Bosnia-Herzegovina Prediction & Betting Tips
We’ve got your Wales vs Bosnia-Herzegovina bets covered, including our expert match prediction, correct score tip, corners outlook, must-see player props and a tailored bet builder built for value.
Match Prediction
We’re anticipating that the teams will both find the net in this World Cup qualifying game. With this in mind, head to the Both Teams to Score market where you can get a generous -110 when it comes to the BTTS Yes selection.
The first port of call is to check out the injury and suspension news for each side and then scroll through the form guide. We take this information and apply it to the latest available stats to come up with a verdict.
Key Wales vs Bosnia-Herzegovina stats:
The latest odds imply that our pick has a 52.4% prospect of winning. However, we have this number closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
There are comparable betting options available and that includes backing Over 2.5 on the Total Goals market at a similar sort of price.
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Correct Score Prediction
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There are attractive odds of +500 when it comes to a 1-1 draw being played out. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.
Player Prop Picks
Harry Wilson (Wales) has netted five goals in his past five matches. The odds that he will be an Anytime Goalscorer look attractive considering the numbers and we’ll plump for him to find the net at odds of +185.
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Corners Prediction
It’s been six straight Bosnia-Herzegovina matches where the 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered. There is juice when it comes to going under the Total Corners line and this is priced at -143.
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Bet Builder Tips
Our same-game multi picks are both teams to find the net, Bosnia-Herzegovina on the Asian Handicap at +0.5 and also Under 9.5 corners.
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Wales vs Bosnia-Herzegovina Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Wales are the -154 favourites on the Full-Time Result. That means a 61% chance of winning this World Cup qualifying encounter according to the latest betting odds. The market suggests that Bosnia-Herzegovina are least likely to win at +460.
Wales -0.75 are -119 against Bosnia-Herzegovina on the Asian Handicap. If the favourites win by a goal, you win with half your stake and get the rest refunded. If they win by two or more, you get a full payout.
The current odds reflect that there’s not much between Under 2.5 Goals and Over 2.5 Goals. If you’re wagering on Both Teams to Score, you can bet Yes at -115 and No at -118.
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Harry Wilson is the favourite to be First Goalscorer at +380. If you’re interested in backing him to find the net at anytime, then the price is +150.
- World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Grp. H: 18/11 Austria 1 Bosnia and H.1
- World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Grp. H: 15/11 Bosnia and H. 3 Romania1
- Friendlies: 12/10 Malta 1 Bosnia and H.4
- World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Grp. H: 09/10 Cyprus 2 Bosnia and H.2
- World Cup Qualification UEFA 1st Round Grp. H: 09/09 Bosnia and H. 1 Austria2
Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.
Wales Stats
Bosnia-Herzegovina Stats
- 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.50 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 4.30 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.80 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 6.30 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.30 corners awarded and 3.30 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.60 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 3.60 corners awarded and 3.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.40 corners awarded and 4.60 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 6.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.00 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 64.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 59.30% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches
Wales vs Bosnia-Herzegovina Lineups & Team News
Stay informed and review the Wales vs Bosnia-Herzegovina team news before placing your bets. We’ll provide the confirmed World Cup qualifying lineups along with the latest injury updates.
Wales Confirmed Lineup 4-1-4-1
Bosnia-Herzegovina Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Wales Confirmed Lineup 4-1-4-1
Bosnia-Herzegovina Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Wales Substitutes
- 9Lewis Koumas
- 10Liam Cullen
- 12Danny Ward
- 13Ben Cabango
- 14R. Norrington-Davies
- 15Ronan Kpakio
- 16Joel Colwill
- 18Mark Harris
- 19Sorba Thomas
- 21Tom King
- 22Josh Sheehan
- 23Nathan Broadhead
Bosnia-Herzegovina Substitutes
- 2Nihad Mujakic
- 3Nidal Celik
- 8Armin Gigovic
- 9Samed Bazdar
- 12Osman Hadzikic
- 13Ivan Basic
- 16Amir Hadziahmetovic
- 17Dzenis Burnic
- 19Kerim Alajbegovic
- 21Stjepan Radeljic
- 22Martin Zlomislic
- 23Haris Tabakovic
Previous Wales Lineups
Previous Bosnia-Herzegovina Lineups
Wales Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Craig Bellamy
Bosnia-Herzegovina Player Stats & Squad
World Cup qualifying Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 16:3 | 15 |
| 2 | Slovakia | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6:8 | 12 |
| 3 | Northern Ireland | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 7:6 | 9 |
| 4 | Luxembourg | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1:13 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Switzerland | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 14:2 | 14 |
| 2 | Kosovo | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 6:5 | 11 |
| 3 | Slovenia | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 3:8 | 4 |
| 4 | Sweden | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 4:12 | 2 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scotland | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 13:7 | 13 |
| 2 | Denmark | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 16:7 | 11 |
| 3 | Greece | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 10:12 | 7 |
| 4 | Belarus | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 4:17 | 2 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | France | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 16:4 | 16 |
| 2 | Ukraine | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10:11 | 10 |
| 3 | Iceland | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 13:11 | 7 |
| 4 | Azerbaijan | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3:16 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 21:2 | 16 |
| 2 | Turkey | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 17:12 | 13 |
| 3 | Georgia | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 7:15 | 3 |
| 4 | Bulgaria | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 3:19 | 3 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Portugal | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 20:7 | 13 |
| 2 | Ireland | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 9:7 | 10 |
| 3 | Hungary | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 11:10 | 8 |
| 4 | Armenia | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 3:19 | 3 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 27:4 | 20 |
| 2 | Poland | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 14:7 | 17 |
| 3 | Finland | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 8:14 | 10 |
| 4 | Malta | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 4:19 | 5 |
| 5 | Lithuania | 8 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 6:15 | 3 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Austria | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 22:4 | 19 |
| 2 | Bosnia and H. | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 17:7 | 17 |
| 3 | Romania | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 19:10 | 13 |
| 4 | Cyprus | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 11:11 | 8 |
| 5 | San Marino | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 2:39 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norway | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 37:5 | 24 |
| 2 | Italy | 8 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 21:12 | 18 |
| 3 | Israel | 8 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 19:20 | 12 |
| 4 | Estonia | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 8:21 | 4 |
| 5 | Moldova | 8 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 5:32 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgium | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 29:7 | 18 |
| 2 | Wales | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 21:11 | 16 |
| 3 | North Macedonia | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 13:10 | 13 |
| 4 | Kazakhstan | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 9:13 | 8 |
| 5 | Liechtenstein | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0:31 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 22:0 | 24 |
| 2 | Albania | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 7:5 | 14 |
| 3 | Serbia | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 9:10 | 13 |
| 4 | Latvia | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 5:15 | 5 |
| 5 | Andorra | 8 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 3:16 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Croatia | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 26:4 | 22 |
| 2 | Czech Republic | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 18:8 | 16 |
| 3 | Faroe Islands | 8 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 11:9 | 12 |
| 4 | Montenegro | 8 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 8:17 | 9 |
| 5 | Gibraltar | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 3:28 | 0 |
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