Edin Dzeko became the first fielder to play in a World Cup knockout at the age of 40
Edin Dzeko played in the 1/16 final match against Team USA at the age of 40 years and 106 days, becoming the first fielder to play at the age of 40+ in the knockout stages of the World Cup; The match is currently 0–0.
Bosnia and Herzegovina senior striker Edin Dzeko achieved a rare milestone in World Cup history. Dzeko, who completed 40 years and 106 days, entered the field in the 1/16 final match against the American team and became the first field player to cross the age of 40 in the knockout stage.
This statistic was revealed by Apta Zo on social media 'X'. The match is currently underway; The score was 0–0.
In the group stage, the USA finished first in Group D and qualified for the knockouts, while Bosnia and Herzegovina led Group B with third place.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is being held from June 11 to July 19 in the United States of America, Canada and Mexico. reigning world champion Argentina; Qatar beat France 3:3 (4:2 on penalties) in the 2022 final.