Bosnia-Herzegovina Advances to World Cup Play-Off Final Against Italy After Penalty Shoot-Out Victory Over Wales

Bosnia-Herzegovina secured a 4-2 penalty shoot-out win over Wales following a 1-1 draw in regulation time, setting up a decisive play-off final against Italy for a spot in the 2026 World Cup. Goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj emerged as the hero, saving Neco Williams' penalty after Brennan Johnson had earlier missed his attempt by sending it over the bar. Kerim Alajbegovic converted the final spot-kick to seal the victory for Bosnia-Herzegovina.