Hjalmar Ekdal

Shock FA Cup victory as Mansfield beat Ekdal's Burnley 2-1

Swedish success - Brighton secure long-awaited victory

Brighton hosted Hjalmar Ekdal's Burnley in the Premier League. Yasin Ayari scored in the meeting between the two Swedes, which ended 2–0.

Arsenal's super streak broken – points lost

Tottenham looked set to take three points in the Premier League clash against Manchester United – but Matthijs de Ligt saved United a point in stoppage time. Newcomers Sunderland later broke Arsenal's winning streak in a draw.

Sweden Must Defeat Kosovo for World Championship Qualification Hopes

World Championship qualification is so far a complete Swedish failure. Yet, to the highest degree, there is a chance to reach the finals in North America next summer. But then the battered national team must start by winning against Kosovo. It is an absolute must.

Lucas Bergvall Takes Responsibility After Misses in World Cup Qualifier

Two chances – two misses. Lucas Bergvall got a tough World Championship qualifying match against Switzerland. I take the responsibility, not much more to say, he says after the 0–2 loss at Strawberry arena.

Sweden Revamps Lineup for Crucial World Cup Qualifier Against Switzerland

National team captain Jon Dahl Tomasson makes major changes in the starting eleven in the World Championship qualifier against Switzerland at Strawberry arena. More than half of the team after the 0-2 loss to Kosovo in September has been replaced.

Sweden Faces Switzerland in Crucial World Championship Qualifier

All players trained on Thursday ahead of the national football team's World Championship qualifying match against Switzerland. Some question marks exist regarding Isak Hien and Anton Salétros. They will both be examined by the medical team.

Tomasson Unfazed by Olsen Controversy Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers

National team captain Jon Dahl Tomasson puts no focus on Robin Olsen-gate ahead of the decisive matches in the World Championship qualification. I have talked to some players about it, but I will not put more energy into it, says the Dane at a press conference.

Noel Törnqvist Focuses on National Team After Mjällby's Near Championship Win

One single goal separated Mjällby from a secured Swedish Championship gold. But goalkeeper Noel Törnqvist is not worried about any upcoming gold fever. We will be more hungry than ever, he says.

Hjalmar Ekdal's Absence Raises Questions Before World Cup Qualifiers

The national team gathers on Monday ahead of the decisive matches in the World Championship qualifiers against Switzerland and Kosovo. Then a question mark has arisen. What has happened to the centre-back Hjalmar Ekdal?

World Championship Qualification Guide: Sweden vs Slovenia Preview

After 18 months of preparation – this evening the seriousness begins for Jon Dahl Tomasson's national team. Here is all you need to know before the World Championship qualification premiere against Slovenia

Slovenia vs Sweden: World Cup Qualifier Match Preview

Ekdal Praises Isak's Move to Liverpool as World-Class

Hjalmar Ekdal is delighted with Alexander Isak after the giant transfer to Liverpool. He is a world-class player who belongs at that level. I think one sees him as one of the greatest in the Premier League, says the national team companion.

Injured Kulusevski Joins World Championship Qualifiers as Team Leader

Dejan Kulusevski will most likely miss all six World Championship qualifying matches this autumn. Instead, he – at his own request – gets a role in and around the national team. It says a lot about his character, says the national team captain Jon Dahl Tomasson.

Bruno Fernandes Secures Manchester United's First Win with Late Penalty

Bruno Fernandes scored his penalty in stoppage time against Burnley, and gave his team the season's first three-point win.

Alexander Isak Joins World Cup Qualifiers Amid Newcastle Uncertainty

Football star Alexander Isak is selected for the World Championship qualification – despite not training or playing a match with the club team Newcastle. National team captain Jon Dahl Tomasson does not want to comment on the situation for the striker, who wants to leave for Liverpool. Nobody knows the overall picture, he says.

Swedish Players Shine in Premier League with Offensive Roles

Now the Premier League starts. With no fewer than nine Swedish national team players where many have key roles in their teams. It is a slightly different character of the Swedes there today, says former England pro Niclas Alexandersson.

Premier League 2023: Key Updates and Swedish Players to Watch

When the world's most popular football league starts again, Swedish eyes are on several blue and yellow stars and a number of changes in the Premier League.

Jordan Larsson Returns to Starting Lineup Against Algeria

Daniel Svensson, Alexander Bernhardsson and Jordan Larsson get the chance. It is some of the changes national team coach Jon Dahl Tomasson makes after the 2–0 win against Hungary on Friday.

Benjamin Nygren Shines with Goals in Sweden's Win Over Hungary

Called up after a cancellation in March, debut against Luxembourg and goal scorer against Northern Ireland already in the second international match. More came when the national team made 2–0 against Hungary at a boiling Puskás Aréna. Benjamin Nygren's success just continues.

Ekdal and Nygren Start in Sweden's Match Against Hungary

The national team captain Jon Dahl Tomasson lets Hjalmar Ekdal start in tonight's international match against Hungary in Budapest. "I have not seen Hjalmar much during my time so it is a good opportunity", says Dahl Tomasson to the association's website.

Alexander Isak Commits to Newcastle Amid Transfer Rumors

Football journalist David Ornstein at The Athletic tends to be right. He claims that Alexander Isak will not move this summer. At the same time, speculations are pouring in about the national team companion Viktor Gyökeres' future.

Swedish National Team Surprises: Norén and Eriksson Selected

Mjällby's Axel Norén and Hammarby's Victor Eriksson. National team captain Jon Dahl Tomasson offers two surprises in the national team. They have been good in Allsvenskan. It is a step up for them. I give them confidence by selecting them, then it is up to them to take the chance, he says.

Luxembourg vs Sweden: New Faces and Season Kickoff for Swedish Team