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President Zelensky announced that Ukraine and Sweden signed a deal to purchase 16 Gripen E fighters with a complete support package, while Ukraine is also set to receive 16 Gripen C/D jets in early 2027 as part of broader defense cooperation including drones and anti-ballistic capabilities.
Sweden’s Saab announced a SEK 24.6 billion deal with the Swedish FMV to deliver 16 Gripen E fighters to Ukraine, with first providing 16 Gripen C/D jets donated and handed over by 2027; the Gripen Es are scheduled for delivery to Ukraine between 2029 and 2030. The package includes spare parts and equipment. The Gripen E features a larger fuel load, GE F414 engine, ten hardpoints, the ES-05 Raven AESA radar, IRST, and compatibility with Meteor missiles, and it will operate alongside Ukraine’s Erieye AEW&C aircraft. Training for Ukrainian pilots and technicians on the Gripen C/D is already underway, with a longer-term aim of expanding to 100–150 Gripen aircraft in the future.
France is the heavy -340 favorite to beat Sweden in the World Cup Round of 32, with the draw at +500; a common bet is France -1.5 at -125, and Ousmane Dembele is highlighted at +100 to score anytime, as Mbappe may be double-teamed. A 2-0 or 3-1 France win is anticipated.
France lead 2-0 over Sweden at half-time in the World Cup 2026 last-32, with Mbappé scoring just before the break (after an earlier disallowed effort) and Barcola adding a second in the 53rd minute as Sweden struggle to respond.
Live stats preview of France v Sweden in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, with Opta’s match centre providing team and player data, expected goals and passing networks; pre-match notes highlight France’s six-match UEFA-winning streak and high-scoring form, while Sweden enter with their best group-stage goals tally and Viktor Gyökeres leading shots and chances.
France, the tournament favorites powered by Mbappe and Dembele, meet Sweden in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 in East Rutherford after a perfect group phase. Sweden, coached by Graham Potter, arrive as underdogs having qualified as one of the best third-placed teams. Opta gives France about a 75% chance to win in regulation, with Sweden needing a surprise; injuries: France’s Kante doubtful and Thuram out, Saliba set to return; Sweden’s Isak Hien is unavailable. The winner faces Paraguay in the Round of 16.
France enter as heavy favorites against Sweden in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 at MetLife Stadium, with Didier Deschamps’ attack expected to overwhelm Sweden’s 3-4-3 setup; the piece backs France -1.5 and Over 3.5 goals, and highlights Ousmane Dembele to score as a likely key contributor in a high-scoring victory.
Sweden defender Victor Lindelof’s wife, Maja Lindelof, drew social-media attention during the World Cup visit to the U.S. by hopping on a mechanical bull in Texas (initially sitting backward before being turned around) and sharing a playful video caption about being “still a bit drunk.” The OutKick/Screencaps piece weaves in fan chatter and other light, entertainment-style World Cup anecdotes, including a nod to “hotdog cookies.”
The New Jersey Devils selected Alexander Command with the 12th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, a 6'1" 187-pound Swedish two-way center from Örebro HK U20 known for a high motor, strong defensive play, and scoring potential. Analysts compare him to Nico Hischier and see him as a long-term fit behind Hischier and Jack Hughes, offering forechecking, physicality, and two-way versatility that could push him into a third-line center role as he develops.
Sweden trained at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas, amid a $182 million renovation that left rubble behind the pitch; the demolition was planned and controlled, the session went ahead with no injuries, as Sweden prepare for Group F with Japan.
Japan and Sweden are level at 0-0 at halftime in the World Cup 2026 Group F clash, with Japan pressing late and injuries prompting substitutions. Sweden also shuffle the lineup, while results from the other Group E games, including Netherlands over Tunisia and Ecuador over Germany, loom over who advances to the knockout rounds.
Netherlands hammered Sweden 5-1 in Houston, with Brian Brobbey scoring twice and Crysencio Summerville adding a late fifth as Koeman reshaped his attack by moving Donyell Malen to the right. Cody Gakpo provided the opener and led a relentless pressing display, signaling that the Dutch could be serious World Cup contenders if they sustain this level, though defensive gaps in transition remain.
Netherlands crushed Sweden 5-1 in Houston to move atop Group F, with Brian Brobbey’s early brace and Cody Gakpo’s two goals after halftime setting the tone. Denzel Dumfries contributed two assists and a busy all-around display as Koeman’s side dominated, while Sweden’s Anthony Elanga scored late and Summerville added a late Dutch fifth, leaving the Dutch near-certain for the knockout rounds.
Cody Gakpo and Brian Brobbey each scored twice as the Netherlands hammered Sweden 5-1 in Houston to move top of Group F. Brobbey started with an early brace before Gakpo struck and assisted after the break; Denzel Dumfries provided dangerous crosses and Bart Verbruggen made key saves. Sweden pulled one back through Anthony Elanga, but Summerville finished late to seal a 5-1 win, which also marked Brobbey’s and the Oranje’s continued ominous World Cup form, including the 100th Netherlands World Cup goal and an unbeaten run in regulation time since 2006.
A Swedish World Cup fan in Houston went viral after praising Buc-ee’s, the Texas gas-station chain, for selling him a fabulous cowboy hat and embracing Texan culture as Sweden prepares to face the Netherlands in the World Cup 2026 group stage.