Bosnia's Manager Accuses Welshman of "Behind-the-Scenes Maneuvers" Before World Cup Playoff

The coach of the Bosnia and Herzegovina national football team, Sergej Barbarez, has accused Brondby coach Steve Cooper.

Bosnia's Manager Accuses Welshman of "Behind-the-Scenes Maneuvers" Before World Cup Playoff

TL;DR

  • Bosnia coach Sergej Barbarez alleges Brondby coach Steve Cooper deliberately sidelined player Benjamin Tahirović.
  • Barbarez suggests the motive was to prevent Tahirović from playing for Bosnia against Wales.
  • Brondby's PR chief Soren Hangoj denies the allegations, stating the decision was a collective one by the coaching team and management.
  • Hangoj emphasized the decision was based on club values and Tahirović's conduct, not national team interests.
  • Tahirović's playing time at Brondby significantly decreased in recent months.
  • Bosnia is set to play Wales in a World Cup playoff match.