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Sweden High on Hope for World Cup 2026

Published June 3, 2026 · Updated June 3, 2026 · The Guardian

Sweden enters the 2026 World Cup with high hopes under Graham Potter's leadership, following playoff success and with Viktor Gyökeres in form.

Sweden's national team is entering the 2026 World Cup with renewed optimism. With Graham Potter as head coach and striker Viktor Gyökeres in good form, the Swedish squad has built momentum after successful playoff qualifying. lebandit.lat

The tournament kicks off on June 11, 2026, and this preview is part of the Guardian's World Cup Experts' Network, which features coverage from all 48 qualified nations. Sweden joins other teams as they prepare for the expanded global competition.

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