Sweden takes step towards EM 2028

Sweden was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after a 3-0 loss to France in the round of 16. But already in the fall, the journey to the next championship begins. Sweden takes a step towards EM 2028 and here's the way.

The way to EM 2028

Sweden is in the B-division of the Nations League and will meet Poland, Romania, and Bosnia-Herzegovina in the group stage in the fall. It's a tough group, but Sweden has a possible way to EM through the playoffs.

EM Qualification

The EM qualification will take place between March and November 2027. The playoffs will take place in March 2028. 54 teams will be divided into 12 groups with 4 or 5 teams in each. They will compete for 24 places in the EM. The 12 group winners will go directly to the EM. The 8 best group runners-up will also go directly to the EM.

What happens next?

Sweden will meet Romania in its first group stage match on September 25 in Stockholm. It's an important match for Sweden, which must win to have a chance to get to the EM.

Last result

Sweden was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after a 3-0 loss to France in the round of 16. Recent form is 0-1-4 (LLDLL), with losses in the last two matches. Next match is against Romania on September 25 in Stockholm.