Tarik Muharemović
CB
Controlled Centre Back
Feb 28, 2003 (23)
Left
6'0"
168 lb
Game-high 11 clearances in loss
Muharemovic made 11 clearances, won four duels, suffered one foul, and commited one foul in Wednesday's 2-0 loss to USA.
Analysis: Muharemović's most notable involvement came in the 64th minute when Folarin Balogun raked him on the ankle during a challenge. After a VAR review, the U.S. striker was shown a straight red card, giving Bosnia a numerical advantage for the remainder of the match. Muharemović recovered and continued playing, helping Bosnia push forward in search of an equalizer. Appearing in every stage of Bosnia's historic World Cup run to the knockout rounds, Muharemović combined physical defending with composure on the ball and demonstrated the athleticism needed to compete against top international attackers.
Suspension over
Muharemovic is no longer suspended and will be available to play in the knockout stages with Bosnia.
Analysis: Muharemovic had been sent off in the 80th minute against Switzerland for a harsh foul on Johan Manzambi and missed the group stage finale against Qatar as a result, but his suspension has now been served. Stjepan Radeljic had stepped in alongside Nikola Katic at center-back during his absence, with Muharemovic now ready to regain his spot in the lineup.
Sent off vs. Switzerland
Muharemovic was sent off in Thursday's game against Switzerland.
Analysis: The center-back was sent off in the 80th minute with a harsh foul against Johan Manzambi when the playmaker was going clean through on goal. Muharemovic will miss the group-stage finale against Qatar on June 24, and it remains to be seen if he'll be able to play in the knockout stages. For that to happen, the absence would have to be one game, and Bosnia would have to qualify. Expect Dennis Hadzikadunic or Nihad Mujakic as his potential replacement alongside Nikola Katic at center-back.
Limited impact in draw
Muharemovic generated one shot (zero on goal) in Friday's 1-1 draw against Canada. He also added 21 clearances and two interceptions.
Analysis: Muharemovic didn't do much throughout the contest, but his presence at the back was enough to limit the impact of the Canadian strikers. The 21 clearances were a game-high mark for the Sassuolo defender, who should remain as the team's defensive anchor going forward. Bosnia's next game will be against Switzerland on Thursday, June 18.
Should anchor Bosnian defense
Muharemovic should anchor the Bosnia defense at the 2026 FIFA World Cup from his center-back role.
Analysis: Muharemovic was a regular starter for Sassuolo throughout the 2025/26 Serie A and was part of the XI in each of his 32 league appearances. He's one of the few Bosnia players with an established role in a top-five European league, so he should play a sizable role on defense for them in their Group B campaign where they'll face Switzerland, Canada and Qatar.
Unused sub in Parma clash
Muharemovic (undisclosed) wasn't deployed in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Parma.
Analysis: Muharemovic was rested ahead of the World Cup after picking up a small physical problem during the week. He might level up this summer after contributing to two clean sheets, scoring and assisting twice and recording 44 tackles, 45 interceptions and 222 clearances in 32 matches.
Bench option against Parma
Muharemovic (undisclosed) is available but not starting versus Parma on Sunday.
Analysis: Muharemovic will avoid missing time but will begin as a sub for just the second time in the season. It remains to be seen whether he'll get any minutes given his subpar fitness. Tommaso Macchioni and Jay Idzes are patrolling the middle of the defense from the jump.
In doubt for Parma fixture
Muharemovic (undisclosed) "is a question mark for Sunday;" coach Fabio Grosso stated.
Analysis: Muharemovic suffered an unspecified physical problem in training and will go through a late fitness test, like Jay Idzes (foot), in the same role. The gaffer would have to resort to unusual solutions if both starting centre-backs were sidelined, alongside top deputy Filippo Romagna (undisclosed).
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