Gustavsson hopes to have Blackstenius against Serbia

Family reasons meant that Blackstenius left the Swedish squad last week and traveled home.

The Arsenal striker could possibly have rejoined the team for tonight's match, says national team coach Tony Gustavsson.

We wanted to give her until the last minute to be able to get into the squad. Out of respect for family reasons, I can't comment, but I had hope until the last minute, Gustavsson said.

Now he is keeping his fingers crossed that Blackstenius will be able to come with the team to Serbia where the World Cup qualifiers continue on Saturday.

But right now my thoughts are with her because it's about something other than football.