
Sweden faces Poland at the Strawberry arena in Solna after an opening victory against Romania - but is missing several injured players.
AI-generated summary
Sweden defeated Romania 2-1 in the Nations League opener, while Poland played 0-0 against Bosnia-Herzegovina.
What: Sweden–Poland, Nations League, Division B, Group 4.
Where: Strawberry arena, Solna.
When: Kick-off 20.45, Monday.
TV/radio: Viaplay/Radiosporten.
Towards a dream start?
Sweden got exactly the start in the Nations League that national team captain Graham Potter wanted. 2–1 against Romania after goals by Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres gave three points straight away. Now awaits Poland, who only got 0-0 at home against Bosnia-Herzegovina. Another Swedish victory would give an early grip on the group.
Several injuries in Sweden
Sweden had to pay a price for the premiership victory. Emil Holm screamed in pain and left the field on a stretcher. Later it became clear that Holm was leaving the collection. On Sunday, it was also announced that Alexander Isak, who was seen limping in the second half, and center back Hjalmar Ekdal, are leaving. The duo's injuries are assessed as minor, according to the Swedish Football Association.
- Isak has a problem with his thigh, it's nothing major, but it's frustrating, says national team captain Graham Potter.
Two pieces of good news are that Gustaf Lagerbielke and Besfort Zeneli are back. The duo drove with the team during Saturday's practice.
- Gustaf has made progress but we have to wait for a decision (if he plays against Poland). But he has a chance. Besfort is available so that's good. We'll see how the match goes. He is ready to play 90 minutes. "All other players are available," Potter said.
Gyökeres strikes again?
Viktor Gyökeres, who has had a tough start to the season in the club team Arsenal and has been poked, showed his qualities on Friday. The striker's 2–1 goal proved decisive and gave Blågult the victory. The question is whether national team captain Graham Potter chooses to start Gyökeres again or whether there are other plans for the Premier League Swede.
Poland seeks revenge in Solna
It was not long ago that the teams met in a dramatic match at the Strawberry arena in Solna. Sweden won 3–2 against Poland in the World Cup play-off in March after a late goal by Viktor Gyökeres. Anthony Elanga and Gustaf Lagerbielke scored Sweden's other goals, while Nicola Zalewski and Karol Świderski netted for Poland.
The Polish stars remain
Poland comes with several well-known names. Veteran and superstar Robert Lewandowski started against Bosnia. In midfield there are, among others, Piotr Zieliński and Sebastian Szymański, while Matty Cash and Jakub Kiwior are other established names.
Goalless for Poland
Poland created chances in the opener against Bosnia-Herzegovina but couldn't get a hole in the visitors. Marcin Bułka kept a clean sheet in the Polish goal and Zieliński had a late opportunity to decide. Poland had to settle for one point and thus stands on the same points as Bosnia after the first round.
Sweden's squad
Goalkeepers: Melker Ellborg, Viktor Johansson, Noel Törnqvist.
Defenders: Gabriel Gudmundsson, John Mellberg, Victor Nilsson Lindelöf, Hampus Skoglund, Carl Starfelt, Elliot Stroud, Daniel Svensson.
Midfielders/strikers: Paulos Abraham, Yasin Ayari, Lucas Bergvall, Alexander Bernhardsson, Viktor Gyökeres, Jesper Karlström, Hugo Larsson, Sebastian Nanasi, Benjamin Nygren, Williot Swedberg, Patrik Wålemark.
Union captain: Graham Potter.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Sweden meets Poland in the Nations League on Monday evening
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Elliot Stroud was a key player when Mjällby won its first SC gold in 2025 and secured the cup final victory against Hammarby in 2026. He was selected for the men's national team by Graham Potter, debuted in the WC squad and played in North America. After the summer, he left Mjällby for Hull in the Premier League, where he started the opener against Manchester United and contributed to a 2–0 victory. In the national team, he scored his first goal against Romania, but it was ruled out after VAR review. He is now available for Sweden's Nations League match against Poland.
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Viktor Gyökeres scored as Sweden defeated Romania 2-1 at the National Arena in Solna. The striker, who had a tougher time playing time at Arsenal in the autumn, is enjoying the energy in the national team.