Sweden host Poland in a World Cup playoff final in Solna, with a place at the 2026 tournament at stake.
The sides last met in a similar scenario ahead of Qatar 2022, when Poland secured a 2-0 win. Sweden now return home looking to respond after reaching the final through the UEFA Nations League pathway.
Sweden’s recent form has been mixed, but their 3-1 win over Ukraine in the semi-final showed progress, with Viktor Gyokeres scoring three goals.
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Poland arrive in stronger overall form, winning five of their last six matches and beating Albania 2-1 to reach the final.
Head-to-head trends favour Sweden at home. Poland have not won in Sweden since 1949 and have lost their last three visits to Solna.
Team news sees Sweden without Alexander Isak and Dejan Kulusevski, while Poland rely on Robert Lewandowski to lead their attack in a balanced contest.
Photo: REUTERS/Pablo Morano
