Group F · FIFA World Cup 2026
🇸🇪 Sweden at World Cup 2026
Sweden enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group F alongside Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia. Here is everything you need: the full fixture schedule, group opponents and team background.
Group
Group F
Confederation
UEFA
World Cups
12
Best result
Runner-up (1958)
Host nation
No
Sweden group-stage fixtures
Sweden plays three group-stage matches in Group F. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Jun 14 | 22:00 ET | 🇸🇪 Sweden vs 🇹🇳 Tunisia | Group F | Estadio BBVA, Monterrey |
| 35 | Jun 20 | 13:00 ET | 🇳🇱 Netherlands vs 🇸🇪 Sweden | Group F | NRG Stadium, Houston |
| 57 | Jun 25 | 19:00 ET | 🇯🇵 Japan vs 🇸🇪 Sweden | Group F | AT&T Stadium, Arlington |
Group F opponents
Click any team to see their full fixture list and group context.
Sweden at the 2026 World Cup
Suecia alcanzó la final del Mundial de 1958 en casa, cayendo ante Brasil en un partido histórico. Con 12 participaciones mundialistas, los suecos son una potencia histórica europea que regresa en 2026 tras quedar fuera de Qatar 2022.
In 2026, Sweden faces Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia in the group stage. The top two teams in Group F qualify directly to the Round of 32. Even a third-place finish could be enough if Sweden post strong results — the eight best third-place records across all 12 groups also advance.
How does Sweden qualify from Group F?
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss. The maximum from 3 matches is 9 points.
1st or 2nd in Group F
Automatic Round of 32 spot
3rd in Group F with a strong record
Potential Round of 32 spot (if top-8 third)
4th in Group F
Eliminated after group stage
Tiebreakers within the group follow this order: goal difference → goals scored → head-to-head points → head-to-head goal difference → disciplinary record → FIFA draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which group is Sweden in at the 2026 World Cup?
Sweden is in Group F with Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia.
When does Sweden play its first World Cup 2026 match?
Sweden opens the group stage on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 22:00 ET at bbva.
How can Sweden qualify for the knockout stage?
The top two teams in Group F advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-place finishers across all 12 groups also advance, so Sweden can qualify even without finishing first or second — but that depends on results across all groups.
How many World Cups has Sweden appeared in?
Sweden has appeared in 12 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Runner-up (1958).
What is Sweden's best World Cup result?
Sweden's best result is Runner-up (1958).
Is Sweden a host nation at the 2026 World Cup?
No — Sweden qualified through their continental qualifying campaign.
How many matches does Sweden play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Sweden plays exactly three group-stage matches — one against each of their Group F opponents: Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia. If they qualify, they play additional knockout-round matches starting with the Round of 32.