The France v Sweden match will take place at MetLife Stadium in New York on 1 July. The play-off matches promise to be truly thrilling.
The French national team
For the first time since their triumph at the 1998 World Cup on home soil, Les Bleus have managed to achieve a perfect record in the group stage. For many fans, this is a welcome sign, reinforcing their status as favourites in the race for the world’s top football title.
In their last four World Cup matches, the French have scored at least three goals each time. Such an impressive record is testament to the attacking prowess of ‘L’Équipe Tricolore’.
Overall, Didier Deschamps’ side have scored at least two goals in 15 of their last 16 matches.
In seven of France’s last eight matches, both teams have scored, which is a rather interesting fact worth noting.
Sweden national team
The Scandinavians are capable of giving the main contenders for the World Cup title a run for their money. Sweden often delivers results where least expected.
Graham Potter’s side qualified for the 2026 World Cup finals unexpectedly, having failed to finish top of their group. They subsequently defeated Ukraine and Poland in the play-offs.
It is worth noting that Sweden’s Isak Ginn and Victor Lindelöf were substituted due to injury in their last match.
France v Sweden prediction
France, as everyone expects, will score three or more goals. At the same time, the Swedes are capable of scoring more than one goal.
We can expect a hard-fought contest. The Swedish national team can hold their own against such opponents.
Over 2.5
