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Sweden at 2026 WC: Blue-Yellow Journey

Sweden at 2026 World Cup. History, players, group schedule, and goals. Detailed information.

Charlotte Hernandez
ByCharlotte Hernandez- Senior Editor
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Sweden ("Blågult" - "Blue-Yellows") is one of Europe's most historic and tactically disciplined teams.

Overcoming difficulties, Sweden will compete in the 2026 World Cup for the 13th time, hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the USA.

Scandinavians aim to repeat their incredible third place from 1994 in the USA.

Sweden has a rich WC history, reaching the 1958 final. After missing Qatar 2022, they return under Graham Potter.

Potter replaced Tomasson in October 2025. He previously achieved success with Östersund.

Sweden debuted at WC 1934, beating Argentina 3-2.

At WC 2018, they reached the quarter-finals. Their best result was the 1958 final.

Qualification for 2026 came via playoffs against Ukraine and Poland under Potter.

They face Japan, Netherlands, and Tunisia in Group F.

Sweden's biggest win was 8-0 against Cuba in 1938.

Unforgettable moments: Liedholm's goal in the 1958 final, penalty win over Romania in 1994.

Top scorers: Kenneth Andersson and Henrik Larsson (5 goals each). Most appearances: Larsson (13 matches).

Sweden heads to North America aiming to repeat the 1994 bronze run.

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