Sweden beat Tunisia 2-0 in a 2026 World Cup group stage match on Wednesday. Despite having slightly less possession, the Blågult created far more scoring opportunities.
Sweden held 48.7% possession compared to Tunisia's 51.3%, but outperformed their opponents in attacking play with 13 total shots versus Tunisia's mere 6. The difference was even more pronounced on target: Sweden forced 7 shots on goal while Tunisia managed only 2.
Passing accuracy was nearly identical, with Sweden at 78.1% and Tunisia at 78.7%. Sweden completed 356 passes to Tunisia's 371. Defensively, Sweden kept a clean sheet without receiving any cards, while Tunisia was shown one yellow card.
Sweden lined up in a 3-1-4-2 formation with K. Nordfeldt (21) in goal, backed by A. Bernhardsson (5), G. Gudmundsson (4), I. Hien (2) and G. Lagerbielke (3). V. Lindelöf (10), B. Nygren (16) and J. Karlström (17) formed the midfield trio, while V. Gyökeres (9) and A. Isak (18) led the attack.
Tunisia deployed a 5-3-2 shape and earned just two corners compared to Sweden's four. The offside count revealed Sweden were caught offside three times, while Tunisia were flagged six times, suggesting Sweden pushed higher up the pitch.
As reported by www.tod.tv, the victory was a crucial boost for Sweden's World Cup campaign. Every point matters in a tightly contested group.
Sweden currently sit third in the group with 4 points from three games (1W-1D-1L), trailing the leaders Netherlands by three points. Their most recent result was a 3-0 loss to France on June 30, 2026. Recent form reads LDLW over the last five matches, with the team having lost their last two outings. The next fixture is a home clash against Romania on September 25, 2026.
This win provides vital momentum moving forward. With improved finishing and a resilient defensive structure, Sweden can build on this performance as they prepare to face Romania at home in the coming weeks.
