Bosnia’s Esmir Bajraktarevic: Child of Srebrenica

How does a football penalty become a story about survival? As Bosnia and Herzegovina prepare to face Canada in their 2026 World Cup opener, many eyes will be on Esmir Bajraktarevic. Born in the US, to a family affected by the Srebrenica genocide, his journey is about far more than just football.

Published On 12 Jun 202612 Jun 2026

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