[2] The former functions as both a general model for the popularization of the sport and as a filtering mechanism, used to pick out locally based footballing talents which are later transferred to the academy.

The academy, in turn, is a top-of-the-line boarding school which brings in the biggest talents from Bosnia and Herzegovina and organizes the competitive youth selections for the club.

[2] The youth teams, besides national competitions, participate in numerous tournaments around Europe, testing their skills against some of the best European clubs.

Namely, the Asim Ferhatović Hase Sports Complex and the elite Butmir Training Centre, which is currently under expansion as of February 2015.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.