FIFA World Cup 2026
Sweden at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Overview
Sweden is a Scandinavian constitutional monarchy stretching from fertile southern plains to subarctic Norrland, Swedish‑speaking with Stockholm on the Baltic as its capital, strong welfare state and forest‑ and innovation‑based economy.
Sweden have never lifted the trophy, but their best run is as World Cup finalists (1958) across 13 World Cup appearances. At the World Cup, Henrik Larsson and Kennet Andersson feature prominently in the scoring charts for Sweden with 5 goals each. All-time, Zlatan Ibrahimović leads Sweden's senior men's scoring list with 62 goals.
At World Cup 2026, Sweden line up in Group F as UEFA representatives from Europe. Group-stage fixtures against Netherlands, Japan and Tunisia open a competitive first-round schedule.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Stockholm
- Continent
- Europe
- Federation
- UEFA (Europe)
- Group
- F
- FIFA ranking (Nov 2025)
- #43
- World Cup titles
- 0
Geography
- Founded / established
- 1523
- Population
- 10,670,000
- Languages
- Swedish (official)
- Currency
- Swedish krona (SEK)
- Area
- 450,295 km²
- Highest point
- Kebnekaise (2,097 m)
- Climate
- Humid continental north transitioning to milder maritime south
- Land borders
- Finland, Norway
Football facts
- Appearances
- 13
- Best result
- Runner-up (1958)
- Top scorer
- Henrik Larsson, Kennet Andersson (5)
- Debut
- 1934
2026 World Cup kits
Home kit
Main color: yellow
World Cup history
13 World Cup appearances
| Year | Result |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Qualified (2026) |
| 2022 | Round of 16 |
| 2018 | Quarter-finals |
| 2006 | Round of 16 |
| 2002 | Round of 16 |
| 1994 | Third place |
| 1990 | Group stage |
| 1978 | Group stage |
| 1974 | Group stage |
| 1970 | Quarter-finals |
| 1958 | Runner-up |
| 1950 | Third place |
| 1938 | Group stage |
| 1934 | Quarter-finals |
Frequently asked questions
- Has Sweden ever won the FIFA World Cup?
- No. Sweden have not won the men's World Cup; their best finish is World Cup finalists (1958).
- Which group is Sweden in at World Cup 2026?
- Sweden are in Group F. Group opponents include Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia.
- What is the capital of Sweden?
- The capital city is Stockholm.
- Which FIFA confederation does Sweden belong to?
- Sweden compete under UEFA (Europe).
- How many World Cups has Sweden played before 2026?
- Sweden had appeared in 13 FIFA World Cups prior to qualifying for 2026.
- Who is Sweden's all-time leading goal scorer?
- Zlatan Ibrahimović leads Sweden's senior men's national team with 62 goals in FIFA-recognised matches.