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France vs Sweden: World Cup Round of 32 Match Preview

Match Context

France face Sweden at MetLife Stadium, New-York, on 2026-06-30 in a World Cup Round of 32 tie. France arrive as group winners with 9 points and a goal difference of 8 after 3 wins from 3 (10 goals for, 2 against). Sweden progressed from their section with 4 points, a neutral goal difference and a record of 1 win, 1 draw and 1 defeat, scoring and conceding 7.

France & Sweden Availability

Current data lists no confirmed injuries or suspensions for either side, and there are no players flagged as missing or questionable for this fixture. Consequently, both coaches are expected to have full squads available.

For France, that includes their two leading scorers: Kylian Mbappé (4 goals, 2 assists, 14 shots, 9 on target) and O. Dembélé (4 goals, 1 assist). Both are available and in outstanding form. Creative support should again come from M. Olise, who has supplied 3 assists and 7 key passes.

Sweden also appear at full strength, with key attacking figures available. A. Isak (1 goal, 3 assists, 7 key passes) and V. Gyökeres (1 goal, 2 assists, 8 shots, 5 on target) are both set to start.

Impact Summary

With no confirmed absentees, neither side suffers a direct loss of attacking output. France retain a prolific frontline led by Mbappé and Dembélé, while Sweden can field their full attacking trio spearheaded by Isak and Gyökeres.