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Svennis laid to rest in his hometown: "Open doors"

Sven-Göran "Svennis" Eriksson will be buried on September 13 in Fryksände Church in his hometown Torsby in Värmland. After the funeral, a music procession inspired by Italy will be held.

» Updated: 04 October 2024, 02:02

» Published: 02 September 2024

Svennis laid to rest in his hometown: "Open doors"
Photo: Jonas Ekströmer/TT

When "Svennis" was in Sampdoria, the president there passed away and his funeral was something that made an impression on him. It was a happy occasion, they played New Orleans jazz and there were many people along the streets. He wanted something similar, says agent Bo Gustavsson.

The procession goes from the church to a local heritage center where the day ends with speeches.

A lot of international guests are expected, including big football names. But according to Gustavsson, the legendary coach was particular about wanting "ordinary people" in the pews.

Torsby residents and Värmland locals, not a VIP event, that was his wish. The church holds 600 people, so the idea is to reserve 100 seats and then it will be open to just walk in. If the church gets full, they will set up a screen outside.

Praised worldwide

Eriksson passed away on August 26 at his home in Björkefors outside Sunne, 76 years old.

In January, "Svennis", one of Sweden's greatest football coaches of all time, announced that he had been diagnosed with cancer and didn't have much time left to live. He passed away just over seven months later.

After the cancer diagnosis, support poured in from the entire football world, and before his death, he managed to visit – and be praised by – several of his former clubs. The lifelong Liverpool supporter even got to fulfill his dream of standing as coach for his favorite team during an exhibition match at Anfield.

"Shared his gratitude"

"We have shared his gratitude and experienced the wonderful meetings between him, football, and all friends. We thank everyone from the heart for these positive memories and your support during his illness", wrote children Lina and Johan Eriksson in a statement in connection with the death announcement.

Sven-Göran Eriksson made a breakthrough in IFK Göteborg, which he led to a historic victory in the Uefacup in 1982.

Then followed a long and successful career abroad in big clubs like Lazio, Benfica, Fiorentina, Sampdoria, and Manchester City, and as national team coach for the English national team.

Corrected: In an earlier version, an incorrect time was stated for when "Svennis" announced his illness.

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