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Victor Lindelöf's wife falls off mechanical bull during World Cup in Texas

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 9:37 PM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Victor Lindelöf's wife falls off mechanical bull during World Cup in Texas

Summary

Maja Nilsson Lindelöf shared an Instagram video of herself falling off a mechanical bull while Sweden competes in Texas during the World Cup. Lindelöf's husband, Victor, commented positively on the video, which she humorously mentioned might be deleted later. Sweden prepares to face France in the round of 32 after varied performances in group matches. Coach Graham Potter highlighted the team's resilience following a tough defeat against the Netherlands and praised the leadership of Lindelöf. Defender Isak Hien will miss the match against France due to a hamstring injury.

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By the Numbers

•Maja Nilsson Lindelöf falls off a mechanical bull in Texas.
•Victor Lindelöf prepares for a round of 32 match against France.
•Sweden's performance includes a win over Tunisia and a defeat to the Netherlands.
•Isak Hien will not play against France due to a hamstring injury.
•Lindelöf's family will attend the match at MetLife Stadium.

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9:37 PMYahoo Sports — When in Texas: Wife of Sweden's Victor Lindelöf thrown off mechanical bull during the World Cup

What they're saying

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Victor Lindelöf's wife fell off a raging bull — a mechanical one. Maja Nilsson Lindelöf posted an Instagram video Thursday of herself getting tossed from the bar-based bovine while Sweden was playing in Texas during the World Cup, adding: “Still a bit drunk while posting this, might delete later.” “She sent it to me,” Sweden captain Victor Lindelöf said Monday ahead of his team's round of 32 match against two-time champion France at the World Cup.
— Yahoo Sportsby RONALD BLUM

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