Bosnia and Herzegovina's Legendary Figure Edin Dzeko is Leaving the National Team

Edin Dzeko, known as a living legend of Bosnian and Herzegovinian football, has announced his decision to end his national team career with the match against Sweden to be held in the city of Zenica.

Farewell with the Sweden Match

Bosnia and Herzegovina is preparing to host Sweden tomorrow at the Bilino Polje Stadium as part of the Nations League at 21:45 TSI. Prior to this critical match, experienced footballer Edin Dzeko announced that he will bid farewell to the national team.

Emphasizing that wearing the national team jersey was more important than anything else for him, Dzeko stated that he fulfilled his childhood dreams, did his best, and is leaving happily.

Childhood Excitement and Emotional Moments

Stating that the Sweden match will be his farewell game, Dzeko expressed that he feels a similar excitement and pressure to his childhood days. Noting that the national team is an emotion in itself, the footballer stated that with the first whistle, he will focus solely on the match.

Saying that his children are not happy with his farewell decision, Dzeko stated that in the upcoming process, he will take his children by the hand, bring them to the stands, and cheer for his country.

Advice to Young Footballers

Addressing young footballers at the press conference, the experienced name conveyed that talent alone is never enough. Dzeko underlined that young players must work harder every day while pursuing their dreams.

Meaningful Celebrations in Sarajevo

A giant photograph of Edin Dzeko wearing the number 11 Bosnia and Herzegovina jersey was hung on Marshal Tito Street in the capital Sarajevo. In addition, meatball shops in the city announced that in memory of the footballer, their menus tomorrow will offer 10-piece meatballs as 11 pieces for the same price.