The story
The Sweden national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Blågult, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 38 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from UEFA to this expanded 48-team tournament.
Scandinavian powerhouses carrying a golden generation of dynamic, clinical attackers.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Sweden will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group F and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group F. The connection between Alexander Isak and Dejan Kulusevski is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Alexander Isak - the clinical striker who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Sweden are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
Japan 
Sweden Japan Secure Crucial 2-1 Win Over Sweden
A thrilling match in Houston concludes with Japan and Sweden leaving everything on the pitch. Read the full post-match analysis.
Sweden 
Tunisia Points Shared in Drama-Filled 1-1 Draw
The final whistle blew at NRG Stadium with a 1-1 scoreline. Sweden and Tunisia played out an absorbing contest that will shape the Group F standings.
Netherlands Sweden Late Drama Sees Netherlands Beat Sweden 2-0
The final whistle blew at Levi's Stadium with a 2-0 scoreline. Netherlands and Sweden played out an absorbing contest that will shape the Group F standings.