Edin Džeko Archive

Džeko bows out as Bosnia and Herzegovina draw with Sweden

Edin Džeko made his final appearance for Bosnia and Herzegovina on Friday evening (2/10), bringing the curtain down on a remarkable international career. The country’s record appearance-maker started against Sweden at the Bilino Polje Stadium in Zenica and was substituted in the 63rd minute to a huge ovation. The UEFA Nations League game finished 1-1, with Bosnia and Herzegovina’s equaliser coming from a cross aimed towards Nikola Katic.

Internationals

Edin Džeko set for 152nd and final international appearance

It promises to be an emotional night, both for the supporters in the stands at the Bilino Polje Stadium in Zenica and, above all, for Edin Džeko himself. After almost two decades with the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team, the striker will represent his country for the final time when they face Sweden in the UEFA Nations League on Friday (2/10, 20:45 CEST). The long-serving captain will bring the curtain down on his international career after the game.

Internationals

Kevin Müller back in team training, Edin Džeko on international duty

On Wednesday (30/9), FC Schalke 04 began preparations for the friendly against Austrian top-division side Austria Lustenau. Goalkeeper Kevin Müller is back in training after recovering from an infection.

Team

Nine Schalke players called up for international duty

The nine Schalke players who have joined up with their countries have a packed schedule in the first international break of the year. While Edin Džeko, Nikola Katic, Junior Adamu and Maximilian Wöber compete in the UEFA Nations League, Adil Aouchiche and Soufiane El-Faouzi will kick off the second round of qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations with Algeria and Morocco respectively.

Internationals

Edin Džeko: I’m still hungry for more

Edin Džeko is back in Gelsenkirchen after signing a season-long contract with FC Schalke 04 . During a press conference on Tuesday (4/8), he discussed his return and what he’s hoping to achieve in his 23rd season of professional football. schalke04.de have summed up all the key quotes from the striker.

Bundesliga

Edin Džeko signs new Schalke deal and keeps number 10 shirt

Edin Džeko will be back in the Bundesliga in his 23rd season of professional football after agreeing to remain at FC Schalke 04 for the coming campaign. Following a successful second half of the season with the Royal Blues, the Bosnia and Herzegovina captain has signed a new one-year contract. Džeko will join the team for training on Tuesday (4/8). He represented Bosnia and Herzegovina at his second World Cup this summer, having previously featured at the tournament in 2014.

Team

Džeko and Katic bow out of the World Cup against the USA

An exciting journey has come to an end: Edin Džeko and Nikola Katic were knocked out of the FIFA World Cup in the round of 32 as Bosnia and Herzegovina suffered a 2-0 defeat to hosts USA.

Internationals

Džeko and Katic through to World Cup round of 32 after Qatar win

Edin Džeko and Nikola Katic are into the round of 32 at the World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico. Bosnia-Herzegovina rounded off Group B with a 3-1 win over Qatar to finish third and, with four other groups guaranteed to have third-placed teams with a worse record, have already qualified as one of the eight best sides.

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Captain Edin Džeko starts as Bosnia and Herzegovina beaten by Switzerland

Bosnia and Herzegovina suffered a 4-1 defeat to Switzerland in their second World Cup group game on Thursday evening (18/6). An eventful finish at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles saw the match get away from them late on.

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Goalless World Cup warm-up against North Macedonia for Katic and Džeko

Bosnia and Herzegovina had two Schalke players in their squad for Friday’s (29/5) friendly match against North Macedonia. Nikola Katic featured in the first half, while Edin Džeko was rested for the 0-0 draw.

Internationals

Edin Džeko: I’ve won many titles, but I’ve never celebrated like this before

FC Schalke 04 will round off a hugely successful campaign on Sunday (17/5) with a 15:30 CEST kick-off against Eintracht Braunschweig at home. In the matchday 34 clash, Edin Džeko wants to sign off the season with another three points alongside his teammates and the fans at the VELTINS-Arena before the squad are presented with the championship trophy.

2. Bundesliga

Edin Džeko: These are the moments I came to FC Schalke 04 for

A comeback, a home win, promotion – and less than 24 hours later, the 2. Bundesliga title secured with two games to spare: Edin Džeko could hardly have wished for a better weekend to kick off the month of May. “I’m simply delighted. I’ve experienced a lot in my career. But days like this show once again what you play football for,” said the striker. “The celebrations after the final whistle against Düsseldorf were unreal. These are exactly the moments I came to FC Schalke 04 for.”

2. Bundesliga