League: EPL Sport: Soccer Country: England Category: Scores & Results

Skhiri and Khedira start for Tunisia against Sweden at World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 12:50 AM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Skhiri and Khedira start for Tunisia against Sweden at World Cup

Summary

Tunisia faces Sweden in their World Cup match on June 15, 2026, as both national teams strive for qualification. Captain Ellyes Skhiri leads Tunisia with Rani Khedira making his competitive debut alongside him in midfield. On the Swedish side, Alexander Bernhardsson starts unexpectedly as a wingback, and notable players Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres are expected to contribute offensively. The match marks Sweden's return to the World Cup stage, a significant moment for both teams, as neither has advanced beyond the group stage in previous tournaments.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Status Watch

•Tunisia captain Ellyes Skhiri leads the team.
•Rani Khedira makes his competitive debut.
•Sweden's Alexander Bernhardsson earns a surprise start.
•Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres are key players for Sweden.
•Match is part of ongoing World Cup group stage.

Latest Updates

12:50 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Captain Skhiri and German-born Khedira start for Tunisia against Sweden

What they're saying

"
Sweden mark their World Cup return with a game against Tunisia, who are yet to qualify beyond the group stage. The two national teams have four players each currently plying their trade in Germany.Ein...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Borussia Dortmund EPL Soccer