Veteran striker Edin Dzeko sets record on the field

At 40 years old, Bosnia and Herzegovina veteran striker Edin Dzeko is still playing international football with equal force and has maintained his remarkable career. This legend of European football has once again proven that age can never be a barrier to performance.

According to the latest information, Edin Dzeko has played 148 international matches for the Bosnian national team and scored 73 goals, which is still the highest in the country's history. With this achievement, he has further consolidated his position as Bosnia and Herzegovina's all-time top scorer. His long-standing contribution to the national team has established him as not just a footballer, but a symbol of an era.

Dzeko is once again playing an important role in the Bosnian squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Even at the age of 40, he is considered the mainstay of the team's attack and is leading his teammates as captain. According to the coaching staff, his experience and ability to understand the game are still very important for the team, especially in difficult and pressured matches.

According to football analysts, Dzeko's style of play has changed with age. Instead of relying on speed or physicality as before, he now relies more on positioning, experience and the ability to make timely decisions. This change is what helps him remain effective at the top level after all these years.

It is very rare in world football to play regularly at the international level at the age of 40. Edin Dzeko is now one of the few footballers who are considered the main force of the national team even at the end of their age. His lasting success is redefining professionalism and dedication in the world of football.

Edin Dzeko is now not just a player for Bosnia and Herzegovina, but a living chapter in football history. With an incredible record of 73 goals in 148 matches, he is still playing on the field and proving that true legends never stop, they just make their stories longer.