Sweden's centre-back Isak Hien has been forced to withdraw from the World Cup because of an injury he sustained during the match against Japan. "It's truly sad for Isak and for us," says national team captain Graham Potter.
FootballSweden will face France in the round of 32 of the World Cup. That became clear after Spain defeated Uruguay on Saturday night. "It will be a fantastic match, a match you dreamed of experiencing as a child," said national team captain Graham Potter.
SportsEmil Forsberg is thanked in a national team context. The national team's assistant coach, Sebastian Larsson, wants to see an official thank-you. I assume Forsberg will get that. "He has given us incredible memories," says the national team's assistant coach, Sebastian Larsson.
SportsThere are many indications that Isak Hien's World Cup is over. Carl Starfelt feels for his teammate - even though his absence would leave a place in the starting eleven vacant. "You don't want that to happen to anyone," says the Celta Vigo defender.
FootballGraham Potter pulled out his magic wand when it was needed most. He brought in new players, changed tactics and earned the necessary point against Japan. "Today the boys were fantastic," he said. That's why the national team's World Cup journey continues with at least one more match.
SportsIt's not just happy faces after Sweden's advancement in the World Cup. Isak Hien was ruled out with a thigh injury - and Graham Potter fears that the World Cup is over for the defender. "Unfortunately, it looks that way. It's sad," said the national captain.
FootballAnthony Elanga screamed and gesticulated. The winger wanted more against Japan - and didn't know that one point was enough to advance to the round of 16. "I screamed, 'Come on, we can go for more,'" said the goal scorer after the 1-1 draw.
SportsThe World Cup is alive for the national team - and now the round of 16 awaits. Unclear where, unclear when. But it will come. Anthony Elanga's equalizer against Japan - 1-1 in Dallas - dramatically raises World Cup fever.
Sports
