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Sweden lost to a better team. And the Dutch referee Danny Desmond Makkelie did not make the task easier, according to several of the Swedish players. Captain Victor Nilsson Lindelöf thinks that the level set obstacles for the match plan.
What happened during the match?
Sweden lost to France 3-0. Captain Victor Nilsson Lindelöf thinks the referee gave too many free kicks to the opponents.
Why is it important for Sweden?
Sweden has a tough group in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The last result was Sweden 4-3 Algeria (2025-06-10). Sweden's recent form is 4W-0D-1L (WWWWL, most recent first).
What comes next?
Sweden must win their next matches to have a chance to advance in the tournament. Coach Graham Potter does not want to review the referee's performance.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-10 | Algeria | 4-3 |
Sweden has a tough road ahead in the FIFA World Cup 2026. With a recent form of 4W-0D-1L (WWWWL, most recent first), they must win their next matches to have a chance to advance in the tournament.
