Four captains instead of just one. But most evidence suggests Stina Blackstenius will wear the captain's armband in the World Cup qualifier against Denmark tonight. "I'll just try to be who I am," she says ahead of her 127th international match.
FootballSweden were held to a 0–0 draw with Serbia last time out. Now group leader Denmark awaits in the next step in the fight for a World Cup ticket to Brazil next year.
SportsLast time, she was selected as a defender. But ahead of the World Cup qualifiers against Denmark and Serbia, Fridolina Rolfö is back as a striker. "I feel quite comfortable in both positions," she says.
FootballZecira Musovic is back in the national team after a long absence. She has her eight-month-old daughter, Zarah, with her. "A few years ago I would not have thought it was possible to combine family life with a career," says the goalkeeper.
SportsStina Blackstenius will captain Sweden in the World Cup qualifier against Denmark on Tuesday - if she starts. Meanwhile, Rosa Kafaji is ready to take over Kosovare Asllani's playing position. "I've been ready for a couple of years now," says the 22-year-old.
FootballTwo late goals sent Bayern Munich women into the Champions League semi-finals.
FootballSweden international defender Hanna Lundkvist appeared to have salvaged a 2-2 draw for Manchester United in the Champions League quarter-final at home to Bayern Munich. Then Momoko Tanikawa struck, making it 3-2 for the Germans.
FootballNational team star Nathalie Björn played her first football match since early December. The defender was injured just five minutes after being substituted on in the League Cup final against Manchester United.
FootballThey beat Italy last time. The same eleven will get the chance again. Here is Sweden's lineup for today's World Cup qualifying match away to Serbia.
FootballThe English league has become the Swedish league. The large influx of blue and yellow players is starting to get on the nerves of the other Super League stars, says Julia Zigiotti Olme - one of five Swedes at Manchester United. They complain that there is a bit too much Swedish.
SportsThe last time Serbia faced Sweden, it was a big Swedish victory. But this time, Serbia has its superstar available. Here are the things to keep an eye on as the women's football team hunts for another victory in the World Cup qualifiers.
Football19-year-old Bella Andersson will make her debut for Sweden in tonight's World Cup qualifier against Italy. It will be the Real Madrid defender's debut for the senior national team. Star player Fridolina Rolfö will start on the bench.
FootballLast summer, Italy was on the verge of reaching the European Championship final. For Sweden's women's football team, Italy — nicknamed "Le Azzurre" and hailing from the tip of the Italian boot — is the first obstacle in the hunt for a World Cup ticket.
FootballManchester United are through to the Champions League.
FootballInjury crisis in the back line. Manchester United star Fridolina Rolfö has been selected as a defender as the women's national team begins qualifying for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil. Hammarby's young center back Sofia Reidy is a debutant.
FootballAlice Bergström scored her first league goal for Liverpool, but it was not enough to secure victory as Manchester United won 3–1.
SportsManchester United crushed Burnley 5-0 in the FA Cup. Swedish international midfielder Julia Zigiotti Olme scored one of the goals - her first goal since joining the club.
SportsEllen Wangerheim is ready for Manchester United. According to TV4 Football Channel, Hammarby will receive a record sum of around 7 million kronor.
FootballA few days ago she got her dream move. Now the super-talented Smilla Holmberg has made her debut for Arsenal.
SportsSwedish international Hanna Lundkvist is ready for Manchester United. "A club with a fantastic history," she tells the English football club's website.
FootballAs the women's Champions League phase drew to a close, the most interesting question was which teams would join Barcelona and Lyon directly in the quarter-finals. The answer was Chelsea and Bayern Munich.
FootballJulia Zigiotti Olme and Yasin Ayari. The duo are the midfielders of the year, according to the Swedish Football Association. "It is a great honor," says Zigiotti Olme in a press release.
FootballJohanna Rytting Kaneryd accounted for a goal and an assist as Chelsea crushed Roma in the Champions League 6–0.
FootballA late goal leaves Sweden at a disadvantage in the race for a Nations League bronze. A victory against France, in Linda Sembrant's final international match, is required to secure the medal. Here are the conditions for Tuesday's decider at 3 Arena.
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