7 bold predictions ahead of the 2014 Brazil World Cup

6) Bosnia and Herzegovina to be the surprise package

Led by Edin Dzeko, the Bosnians will be a surprise package

Whilst most football hipsters are touting Belgium or Colombia to be “dark horses” at the World Cup (something which I confess that I too am guilty of) I am taking a slightly different approach. Whilst I would be idiotic to say that Bosnia could go all the way, I certainly think that they have the potential to be the surprise package in Brazil.

Spearheaded by the prolific Edin Dzeko, who is supported by consistent Bundesliga performer Veded Ibisevic and creative midfielder Miralem Pjanic (part of the current invincible Roma side that is tearing up Serie A). Senad Lulic of Lazio also provides pace and creativity from the wing, alongside class act Zvedzan Misimovic (now plying his trade is China after a lengthy spell in Russia). Also boasting the cat-like talents of Asmir Begovic, a set-piece danger from Hoffenhiem’s Senad Salihovic and defensive stability from captain Emir Sphaic (who plays for Leverkusen)- Bosnia have a deceptively decent side.

Of course they won’t go on to win, but I would back Bosnia to be a surprising entity this summer.