On Midsummer Eve itself, the national team prepares for the second group stage match against the Netherlands in Houston.
It's not a day suitable for stuffing yourself with different kinds of herring, various pies and other treats that are part of what is perhaps the most important weekend for Swedes.
"I don't know exactly what our talented chefs (Christophe Buchet and Jonas Svensson) are offering, but it will be a traditional Midsummer lunch. There will be different kinds of herring, salmon, potatoes, strawberries and plenty of vegetables, fruit and berries. There are, of course, also protein options," says Petra Thorén, the national team's press officer.
Midsummer feeling
The players and families will probably get a Midsummer feeling from the lunch, she says.
It is unclear what will happen with the flower wreaths and whether a Midsummer pole will be installed in any of the hotel's outdoor relaxation areas. Thorén asks to be allowed to return to these questions.
Her colleague Fredrik Castman Madestam is no stranger to acting as a play leader for the children who come to visit. Balancing an egg on a teaspoon is one of his favorites. It's a game that is, of course, also open to players and leaders who keep their childlike spirit intact.
Many family members and friends are already there for the game in Houston. They will then take the chartered plane for the short trip to Dallas.
Important for players
Some players already have relatives with them.
"It's a tradition that there has been this type of arrangement. As I know Graham Potter, the national team captain, it's important to him that the players feel good and get time to be with their families," says Petra Thorén.
Anthony Elanga shone when he talked about the long-awaited meeting with his girlfriend and two-year-old daughter on Wednesday.
I haven't seen them in three or four weeks, so it was very nice.
The match against the Netherlands kicks off at 7:00 PM on Saturday.
