Dzeko Emotionally Says Goodbye After 152 Games and 73 Goals
Džeko ended his international career with 73 goals in 152 appearances after an emotional farewell and ceremony following Bosnia and Herzegovina’s draw with Sweden.
- Edin Dzeko retired from international football following Bosnia-Herzegovina's 1-1 Nations League draw with Sweden, concluding a legendary career with 73 goals in 152 appearances. The emotional farewell took place in Zenica with the entire BiH public witnessing his official goodbye.
- Viktor Gyokeres put Sweden ahead before Kerim Alajbegovic equalized for the hosts. Dzeko nearly added a late first-half goal but officials disallowed the effort after the ball went out of play during the build-up.
- During the 63rd minute, Dzeko handed his captain's armband to Haris Tabakovi amid thunderous applause and a standing ovation. Fireworks illuminated the stadium after 11 minutes to honor his jersey number during his 152nd international appearance.
- Following the final whistle, teammates formed a guard of honor for Dzeko while fans showered the pitch with stuffed toys intended for children from the Pomozi.ba Association. The captain received numerous awards and shared an emotional moment with his family on the field.
- Dzeko leaves an indelible mark on the national team, concluding a historic career that defined a generation of Bosnian football. The squad now enters a transition phase to replace his leadership and offensive output as the nation moves forward.
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Edin Džeko said goodbye to the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team jersey after the match against Sweden. The fans prepared a spectacular farewell for their diamond, which few deserve. Pyrotechnics, drones and tears marked the match at Bilin polje in Zenica.
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Edin Dzeko leaves the international football stage. Almost the Schalke striker would have scored a goal in his last international match. Bosnia is celebrating.
Edin Dzeko played his last match for the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team. The legendary striker said goodbye to the national team shirt in the 1-1 draw against Sweden in the Nations League match played at Bilina polje in Zenica. Dzeko started his last match for the national team as a starter and a particularly emotional moment occurred in the 63rd minute, when he was called to be substituted. As he left the pitch, his teammates formed a “gu…
Bosnian football legend Edin Dzeko has retired from the national team. The star player ended his international career in the 63rd minute, to the applause of the fans.
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