Bosnia and Herzegovina will host North Macedonia in a friendly match ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, scheduled for Friday, May 29, 2026, at 2:30 PM EDT.
The game, to be played in Carson, California, will be shown on FOX Soccer Plus and streamed on Fubo, giving fans in the United States a chance to follow the action live.
Bosnia’s recent triumph over Italy in the UEFA playoffs secured a spot at the World Cup, and the team hopes to carry that momentum into the tournament with a win over their Balkan rival.
Captain Edin Dzeko, who will earn his 149th international cap, is expected to lead the Bosnian attack, bringing his experience and goal‑scoring prowess to the side.
The two nations last met in 2008, when a 2‑2 draw was recorded, and Bosnia’s only victory over North Macedonia came in 2000, adding a modest but intriguing historical backdrop to the upcoming clash.
A match with stakes beyond friendlies
Beyond the friendly nature of the fixture, the encounter offers both coaches a final opportunity to fine‑tune tactics and assess squad depth before the global showcase in Qatar.
For North Macedonia, the game represents a chance to test new strategies against a side that has historically been a tough opponent, while Bosnia aims to cement its preparation before the World Cup group stage.