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  "id": 5336622,
  "title": "Dzeko set for final Bosnia appearance against Sweden",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/dzeko-set-for-final-bosnia-appearance-against-sweden",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-03T13:38:29.000Z",
  "source": {
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    "url": "https://punchng.com/dzeko-set-for-final-bosnia-appearance-against-sweden/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Edin Dzeko, the 40-year-old striker, is set to make his final appearance for Bosnia and Herzegovina against Sweden on October 2. This marks the conclusion of an illustrious international career spanning over a decade. Dzeko made his debut for his country at the age of 21, quickly becoming one of the nation's most important players. He scored crucial goals during qualification for the 2010 FIFA World Cup and played a pivotal role in Bosnia and Herzegovina's first-ever World Cup appearance in 2014, where he scored the opening goal against Iran. Dzeko's influence extended throughout his international career, contributing to Bosnia and Herzegovina's achievements in the UEFA play-off semi-final against Wales and their victory over Italy on penalties. In total, Dzeko has earned 151 caps and scored 73 goals for his country, leaving behind a legacy as Bosnia and Herzegovina's record appearance-maker and leading scorer.",
  "summary": "Bosnia and Herzegovina legend Edin Dzeko will play his final international match against Sweden on October 2, ending a distinguished career. Learn more her Read More: https://punchng.com/dzeko-set-for-final-bosnia-appearance-against-sweden/",
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    "Edin Dzeko to make final appearance for Bosnia vs Sweden on October 2",
    "40-year-old striker concludes 10-year international career",
    "Earned 151 caps and scored 73 goals for Bosnia"
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        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "Bosnia's Dzeko to end international career after Sweden game next month",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/bosnias-dzeko-to-end-international-career-after-sweden-game-next-month",
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        "outlet": "Al Jazeera",
        "title": "Legendary Bosnian striker Edin Dzeko to retire from international football",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/legendary-bosnian-striker-edin-dzeko-to-retire-from-international",
        "published": "2026-09-03T11:10:41.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Dzeko ending 19-year international career with Bosnia-Herzegovina next month",
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        "published": "2026-09-03T11:14:38.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Bosnia captain Dzeko to retire from international football",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/bosnia-captain-dzeko-to-retire-from-international-football",
        "published": "2026-09-03T12:00:37.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Bosnia captain Dzeko to retire from international football",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/bosnia-captain-dzeko-to-retire-from-international-football-5333911",
        "published": "2026-09-03T13:18:23.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Dzeko set for final Bosnia appearance against Sweden",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/dzeko-set-for-final-bosnia-appearance-against-sweden-5338860",
        "published": "2026-09-03T13:52:29.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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