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Sweden vs Tunisia Match Summary
Competition | World Cup 2026 |
|---|---|
Match Date | Monday 15 June 2026 |
Match Time | 03:00 BST |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Monterrey, Estadio Monterrey |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | ITV 1, RTE 2 |
Sweden and Tunisia meet in Monterrey for their World Cup 2026 Group F opener, with both sides desperate for a winning start alongside the Netherlands and Japan.
Sweden scraped into this tournament via the Nations League play-offs, beating Ukraine and Poland, but those remain their only competitive wins in the past year.
Tunisia topped their CAF qualifying group without conceding a single goal across ten matches, though a 5-0 friendly hammering by Belgium has dented confidence.
This is the first competitive fixture between the two nations. Their only previous meeting was a friendly back in 2003, which Tunisia won 1-0.
Sweden vs Tunisia Form
Sweden have won just four of their last ten outings, with Viktor Gyokeres the standout performer after netting crucial goals during the play-offs. Their defence has been a concern, failing to keep a clean sheet in eleven consecutive matches. A 3-1 loss to Norway and a 2-2 draw with Greece in their warm-ups underlined those frailties.
Tunisia won seven of their last ten matches, largely built on a stubborn defensive record in qualifying. Ellyes Skhiri anchors their engine room, while Elias Achouri provides the direct threat going forward. However, their recent friendly results against European opposition, including the Belgium thrashing, suggest a significant step up in class is needed.
Sweden vs Tunisia Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Sweden: No injuries or suspensions reported.
Tunisia: No injuries or suspensions reported.
Sweden
Viktor Gyokeres is Sweden's primary goal threat and his play-off goals were the difference in securing World Cup qualification. Alexander Isak offers a second cutting edge in a front three that gives Sweden a genuine chance of unsettling any defence.
Tunisia
Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri is Tunisia's star man but his season was overshadowed by injuries and suspension. Ellyes Skhiri is expected to anchor the midfield in a 4-3-3 formation.
Sweden vs Tunisia Predicted Lineup
Sweden
Formation: 4-3-3
Predicted Starting Lineup: V. Johansson; D. Svensson, V. Lindelof, G. Lagerbielke, G. Gudmundsson; Y. Ayari, I. Hien, J. Karlstrom; A. Elanga, V. Gyokeres, A. Isak
Tunisia
Formation: 4-3-3
Predicted Starting Lineup: A. Dahmen; Y. Valery, D. Bronn, M. Talbi, A. Abdi; R. Khedira, E. Skhiri, H. Mejbri; S. Tounekti, E. Saad, E. Achouri
Sweden vs Tunisia Key Stats & Match Facts
This is the first-ever competitive fixture between Sweden and Tunisia, with all previous meetings being friendlies.
Tunisia won their only previous encounter 1-0 in a friendly back in February 2003.
Sweden have failed to keep a clean sheet in eleven consecutive matches across all competitions.
Tunisia became the first team in African qualifying history to reach a World Cup without conceding a single goal across ten CAF qualifiers.
Sweden have won just four of their last ten fixtures, while Tunisia have won seven of their last ten outings.
Sweden vs Tunisia Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Sweden 1-1 Tunisia. The predictions data has Sweden as marginal favourites with a 45% win probability, but Tunisia's resilience in qualifying and the projected total of under 2.5 goals point towards a tight, cagey draw. With BTTS sitting at 47%, a share of the spoils feels right.
Best Bets
Over 1.5 Goals at 4/9 with Betfred. Both teams have genuine attacking threats and neither side has looked particularly secure at the back during pre-tournament warm-ups, making at least two goals a strong proposition in this Group F opener.
Under 3.5 Goals at 1/4 with Unibet. The projected total sits well under 2.5 goals, and this is a World Cup group stage fixture where neither side can afford a defensive collapse. A high-scoring contest looks highly unlikely given the stakes involved.
Sweden vs Tunisia Bet Builder
Our three-leg bet builder combines Viktor Gyokeres to register a shot on target, Jesper Karlstrom to be shown a card, and Alexander Isak to have over 1.5 shots, priced at 8/1 with Bet365.
Gyokeres has hit at least one shot on target in each of his last four outings, carrying a 73.74% probability. As Sweden's primary goal threat, he will be looking to test Dahmen early.
Karlstrom's central midfield role demands high-intensity defensive work, and he has been carded in two of his last three fixtures. Tunisia's direct running will test his discipline.
Isak has managed over 1.5 shots in six of his last eight appearances, giving this leg an 85.29% probability. The Newcastle striker is always willing to pull the trigger.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 8/1 and is as short as 15/4 elsewhere. That's a difference in potential winnings of £43 from best to worst price.
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Sweden vs Tunisia Talking Points
The searing Monterrey heat, with temperatures projected to hit 34°C at kick-off, could be a decisive factor. Sweden held training camps in North Texas to acclimatise, while Tunisia will lean on their experience in warm climates. Graham Potter's side boast serious firepower with Gyokeres and Isak up top, yet Tunisia's stubborn qualifying record shows they are no pushovers despite the Belgium setback. The Eagles of Carthage have never made it past the group stages in six previous World Cup appearances, and this fixture represents their best chance of breaking that cycle. With the Netherlands and Japan lurking in the group, whoever loses here faces a mountain to climb.
Sweden vs Tunisia Predictions FAQs
When is the Sweden vs Tunisia World Cup 2026 game?
The Sweden vs Tunisia match is scheduled to kick off on Monday, 15 June 2026, at 03:00.
What is the prediction for Sweden vs Tunisia?
Our prediction and betting tips for Sweden vs Tunisia will be updated closer to kick-off, featuring the latest team news and form analysis.
Where can I find the Sweden vs Tunisia lineups?
Confirmed lineups for Sweden vs Tunisia will be announced approximately one hour before the match starts and will be updated on this page.
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The latest betting odds and bet builder tips for Sweden vs Tunisia are available on our dedicated tips page, with odds subject to change before kick-off.
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