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At 40 years old, Edin Džeko is captaining Bosnia and Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup—their first-ever appearance at the tournament—making him one of the oldest players competing. His decision to bench him for the opening Group B match against Canada has added further intrigue around the all-time leading scorer in Bosnian football history.
Edin Džeko, a Bosnian striker and national team captain, is trending as the 40-year-old leads Bosnia and Herzegovina at the 2026 World Cup, their first-ever appearance at the tournament.
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