The Swedes can thank Italy for their help. Italy defeated France 3-1 in sets in today's match in Gothenburg.
This means that France, whom Sweden will face in the final group game on Thursday, did not get any points. Sweden therefore has the chance to move past France into second place in the group and face easier opposition in the round of 16 in Brno, Czech Republic, on Sunday or Monday.
However, Sweden must beat France 3-0 or 3-1 to finish second in the group.
