France faces Sweden in knockout round of 2026 FIFA World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 8:50 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
France will compete against Sweden in the knockout rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Sweden's squad features key players like Kristoffer Nordfeldt, expected to start as goalkeeper, and promising defender Elliot Stroud. Nordfeldt's journey included a period of considering retirement, while Stroud has gained recognition for his performance in the Swedish top flight. The match is anticipated to showcase both teams' strategies as they look to advance further in the tournament.
- •France's first knockout opponent is Sweden.
- •Kristoffer Nordfeldt is set to start as Sweden's goalkeeper.
- •Elliot Stroud emerged as a standout player in the Swedish league.
- •Nordfeldt previously contemplated retirement from international play.
- •The match is crucial for both teams' tournament progress.
- 8:50 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 World Cup | Who are France’s opponents, Sweden?
"France’s first opponents in the knockout rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup are Sweden. We look at the players that comprise their squad.Kristoffer NordfeldtDate of birth: 23 June 1989Club: AIKPositi...
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