Igor Štimac, the former Croatian national team coach, has publicly addressed the ongoing events in the Bosnian-Herzegovinian Premier League as his team prepares for a match against NK Široki Brijeg. His comments came after FK Borac Banja Luka's significant 4-0 victory over FK Sloga Doboj, which extended Borac's lead at the top of the league standings. After this match, Štimac expressed skepticism regarding the integrity of the league, citing unexpected absences from crucial players in top teams as significant indicators of potential misconduct.

During a media conference, Štimac mentioned that the rumors surrounding the league, which he described as 'street stories', are beginning to appear more substantiated. He referred to the alarming situation on the field where a strong team suddenly had six key players absent from their lineup. His remarks underscore a growing concern regarding the legitimacy of match outcomes in the league, raising questions about behind-the-scenes issues influencing games.

Despite the controversies surrounding the league, Štimac stated that his team would remain focused on their performance and maintain their integrity. He acknowledged the importance of the upcoming fixture against Zrinjski, emphasizing that they would carefully select a squad with enough freshness and energy, potentially rotating players due to their European commitments. This suggests that while there are disruptions in the league, his team is committed to competing strongly in both local and European contests.