It is in a newly released Prime documentary that "Svennis" tells about wanting to have his ashes scattered in the lake, which is located near his home Björkefors manor.
"It feels like home", he says in the documentary.
But the Swedish regulatory framework puts a stop to that. Instead, the ashes will be spread over land, according to Bosse Gustavsson.
We have received permission from the county administrative board and landowners to spread it over land in connection with where he lived, says Gustavsson after the funeral.
"Tried to recreate what he wanted"
"Svennis"' final rest became exactly the party that the deceased football coach wanted. Inspired by Sampdoria president Paolo Mantovani – who passed away during Eriksson's time in the club – "Svennis" wanted a happy gathering.
Today, we have tried to recreate what he wanted as best we could, said daughter Lina Eriksson in a speech at the local farm.
She and brother Johan Eriksson also took the opportunity to thank all those who had come to honor Sven-Göran Eriksson.
He didn't want it to be a sad ceremony. He wanted it to be happy with lots of music, humor, and celebration. He wanted a party, said Lina Eriksson.
"A gentleman"
That's exactly what it became – and the day ended with Värmland delicacies such as motti and fläsk, mussels, and coffee.
Johan Eriksson also thanked all the international guests who had traveled to Värmland.
As you've noticed, it's not the easiest place to get to, but it's dad's place in the world, he said.
Among those who had traveled a long way were, among others, David Beckham, ex-partner Nancy Dell'Olio, Roy Hodgson, and representatives from both Lazio and Benfica.
He was a gentleman. He didn't just win our fans' respect – he won the respect of the entire league. For us, it was obvious to be here today, says Portuguese António Oliveira, who worked with "Svennis" in Benfica.
