Sweden's World Cup Hopes in Jeopardy
Sweden's chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup are dwindling, leaving Celtic's Benjamin Nygren and other Swedish players potentially without a spot in the tournament.
The 2026 World Cup, set to take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is the biggest stage in football, and many professional players dream of participating.
However, Sweden's recent 2-0 loss to Switzerland at the Strawberry Arena in Stockholm has dealt a significant blow to their qualification hopes, leaving over 50,000 supporters disappointed.
There isn’t anything bigger than playing at a World Cup
Celtic players, including Nygren, may face a summer off if their respective teams fail to qualify or if they don't make the final cut for their squads.
Author's summary: Sweden's World Cup hopes are fading.