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Potter reflects on Sweden's World Cup elimination after loss to France

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 12:45 AM

Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Potter reflects on Sweden's World Cup elimination after loss to France

Summary

Sweden coach Graham Potter acknowledged his team's inability to compete with France in a 3-0 loss during the World Cup last 32 on July 1. Kylian Mbappe scored twice for France, with Bradley Barcola adding another goal. Despite Sweden's journey to the knockout stage, which included a strong performance against Tunisia and a draw with Japan, Potter emphasized the team's youth and the development needed moving forward. He expressed pride in the players and indicated the importance of learning from this experience as they prepare for future competitions.

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By the Numbers

•Sweden lost 3-0 to France in the World Cup last 32.
•Kylian Mbappe scored two goals for France.
•Sweden advanced as one of the best third-placed teams.
•Graham Potter commended players for their efforts.
•Next, Sweden will compete in the Nations League against Romania.

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12:45 AMYahoo Sports — Potter admits Sweden couldn't live with France in World Cup defeat

What they're saying

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Sweden coach Graham Potter admitted his side could not compete with a brilliant France team as they went out of the World Cup with a 3-0 defeat in the last 32 on Tuesday."We have double figures making debuts at the World Cup, that's some difference to the French team," Potter said.
— Yahoo Sports

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