Sweden National Team
Sweden reaches World Cup playoffs after weak qualifying
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Sweden's men's football team finished last in their World Cup qualifying group with two points from six matches but still advances to playoffs in March. The draw takes place on Thursday, with possible opponents including Denmark or other strong teams. Expert Mikael Lustig hopes for Ukraine as an opponent.
Sweden's final WC qualifier against Slovenia on Tuesday holds no qualification stakes, but nine players risk suspension for the March playoffs with a single yellow card. Coach Graham Potter is carefully considering lineup options. Despite the risks, players like Victor Nilsson Lindelöf and Emil Krafth want to give their all on the pitch.
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In Graham Potter's first match as Sweden's coach, the team lost 1–4 to Switzerland in the World Cup qualifier in Geneva. Despite a strong start, the game collapsed after a controversial penalty. Second place in the group is now out of reach, with Sweden focusing on the March playoff.