World Cup history
Sweden (Blågult) has appeared at 12 editions of the FIFA World Cup, with a best finish of Runner-up 1958. Founded in 1904, the federation enters World Cup 2026 in the UEFA pool, coached by Jon Dahl Tomasson.
- World Cup appearances12
- World Cup titles0
- Best finishRunner-up 1958
- Head coachJon Dahl Tomasson
- Founded1904
- FIFAUEFA
Star players
- Alexander Isak
- Viktor Gyökeres
- Anthony Elanga
- Dejan Kulusevski
- Lucas Bergvall
Path to the trophy
Group-stage focus — capable of upsets. With a 48-team field split into 12 groups of 4, the top two and best 8 third-placed teams advance to a 32-team Round of 32 — meaning even mid-table sides have a realistic knockout pathway.
FAQ
Has Sweden won the World Cup?
Sweden has not won the World Cup. Best finish: Runner-up 1958.
Who is the head coach of Sweden?
Jon Dahl Tomasson leads Sweden into FIFA World Cup 2026.
How many times has Sweden played in the World Cup?
Sweden has appeared 12 times in the FIFA World Cup.
Who are Sweden's star players?
Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyökeres, Anthony Elanga, Dejan Kulusevski, Lucas Bergvall.
What confederation does Sweden represent?
Sweden plays in the UEFA confederation.
When does Sweden play in the World Cup 2026?
Schedule depends on the December 2025 group draw.
What is Sweden's nickname?
Blågult
Plan your Sweden World Cup 2026 experience
Group-stage focus — capable of upsets.
