Sweden manager Graham Potter praised the 'incredible' fan support ahead of his team's World Cup opener against Tunisia on Sunday. Captain Victor Lindelöf called leading the squad 'a privilege' as Sweden prepares for its Group F campaign.

Match Essentials
Kickoff: June 14, 23:00
Venue: El Gigante de Acero
Group: Group F
Manager: Graham Potter
Captain: Victor Lindelöf
Tunisia Record: Unbeaten in Qualifying
Potter's Tactical Assessment
Speaking at Saturday's press conference, Graham Potter outlined his respect for Tunisia while emphasizing Sweden's focus on their own strengths. 'In football you need to play with respect. We're focused on ourselves, our quality, our style of play, our posture as a team—that's what matters most. We respect Tunisia, we respect how they qualified unbeaten,' Potter said.

The Swedish manager has done his homework on the North African side. 'We've studied Tunisia's style extensively. They're very good defensively, very compact, with a mix of young and experienced players. Everyone plays at a high level. We'll focus on everything we can do well to win,' he affirmed.

Potter also took time to acknowledge the passionate support from Swedish fans throughout the qualifying campaign and into the tournament. 'As I've said before, the support has been incredible. They didn't just back us now—against Poland and Ukraine it was incredible. It's going to be incredible to see them tomorrow,' the manager stated.

Lindelöf on Captaincy Privilege
Defender and captain Victor Lindelöf spoke about the honor of leading Sweden at a World Cup. 'It's always very special to be captain of the national team. I don't know how I'll feel tomorrow on the pitch—you can ask me that afterwards—but right now I feel incredible and it's a privilege to lead the team at a World Cup,' the center-back said.

Lindelöf echoed his manager's gratitude toward the traveling support. 'We thank them and we'll do our best to get the victory and the three points. We appreciate the fans' support,' he affirmed.

Sweden's Group F Schedule

Key Talking Points

Potter emphasizes respect for Tunisia's unbeaten qualifying campaign and defensive solidity

Sweden focuses on executing their own game plan rather than over-adapting to opponents

Fan support described as 'incredible' throughout qualifying matches against Poland and Ukraine

Lindelöf views World Cup captaincy as career pinnacle and privilege

Tunisia presents a compact, organized challenge with blend of youth and experience

Sweden's Group F path includes clashes with Netherlands and Japan after the opener

FAQ

When does Sweden play Tunisia?

Sweden faces Tunisia on Sunday, June 14 at 23:00 at El Gigante de Acero in their opening Group F match of the World Cup.


Who is Sweden's captain for the World Cup?

Victor Lindelöf serves as Sweden's captain. The defender described leading the team at a World Cup as 'a privilege' during the pre-match press conference.


What did Potter say about Tunisia's strengths?

Potter noted that Tunisia is 'very good defensively' and 'very compact,' with a mix of young and experienced players who all compete at a high level. He also highlighted their unbeaten qualifying campaign.


What are Sweden's other Group F matches?

After Tunisia, Sweden plays Netherlands on June 20 at 14:00 in Houston, then faces Japan on June 25 at 20:00 in Dallas to complete the group stage.