France and Sweden will clash in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. France carried on with their excellent form into this competition, as they have won all their games in this campaign. Sweden only won 1 game, and that was against Tunisia, and drew against Japan.
Which nation will win this game, or what betting markets are best for this game? At TopBets, we have analyzed the teams’ data and past games to provide you with the top predictions for the France vs Sweden World Cup match. Continue reading below!
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France and Sweden will face off for their third 2026 World Cup game at MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford, NJ), United States of America, on 30th June 2026. Both teams are in similar form and have a single goal.
Both sides look ready for this game, but which team will get the precious points? Will that influence your betting on this game? Let’s see the match details.
Match Details
Here are the France vs Sweden match details:
- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026
- Matchday: Tuesday
- Date: 30th June, 2026
- Kick-off time: 11:00 PM Nigerian Time
- Venue: MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford, NJ), United States of America.
Why this Match Matters
The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout rounds are here, and we can say the competition has gotten serious. This is a must-win clash for both nations, even as they are in different forms and qualities; it won’t be easy for either side.
France vs Sweden Head-to-Head Stats
This is an all-European affair, as both nations have met many times in the past. France has won 4 of their last 5 clashes. Below are their H2H results.
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Competition | Match | Result |
| 17/11/2020 | UEFA Nations League | France vs Sweden | 4-2 |
| 05/09/2020 | UEFA Nations League | Sweden vs France | 0-1 |
| 09/06/2017 | FIFA World Cup Qualifier | Sweden vs France | 2-1 |
| 11/11/2016 | FIFA World Cup Qualifier | France vs Sweden | 2-1 |
| 18/11/2014 | International Friendly | France vs Sweden | 1-0 |
France’s Last Five Matches
France has been in excellent form in their recent games. They won all three of their group stage games and are favorites for the trophy. Below is a table of their previous matches.
| Date | Match | Result |
| 26/06/2026 | France vs. Norway | Won 4-1 |
| 16/06/2026 | France vs. Iraq | Won 3-0 |
| 16/06/2026 | France vs. Senegal | Won 3-1 |
| 08/06/2026 | France vs. Northern Ireland | Won 3-1 |
| 04/06/2026 | France vs. Ivory Coast | Lost 1-2 |
Goals Scored and Conceded
Across France’s last 5 games, they have been on fire in front of goal, scoring 14 goals in their last 5 games. Also, they have conceded 5 goals and have 1 clean sheet in their last 5 games. Below is a breakdown of their recent goal statistics:
- Goals Scored: 14
- Goals Conceded: 5
- Clean Sheets: 1
Key Trends from France’s Recent Matches
Going through France’s recent games and past games, some interesting trends are clear, and we believe they should be taken seriously when betting on their 2026 World Cup matches. Below are the trends we found:
- The French have won 4 of their last 5 games played.
- France have scored in each of their last 5 games and have even scored at least 2 goals in each of their last 5 games.
- The Les Bleus have been weak defensively, conceding in 4 of their last 5 games.
- Both teams have scored in 4 of their last 5 games.
Sweden’s Recent Form
Sweden’s national team has been in bad form in its last 5 games. They have won just 1 of their last 5 games, scoring 10 goals in the run. Below is a table showcasing their last 5 matches:
Sweden’s Last Five Matches
| Date | Match | Result |
| 26/06/2026 | Sweden vs. Japan | Draw 1-1 |
| 20/06/2026 | Netherlands vs. Sweden | Loss 5-1 |
| 15/062026 | Sweden vs. Tunisia | Won 5-1 |
| 04/06/2026 | Sweden vs. Greece | Draw 2-2 |
| 01/06/2026 | Norway vs. Sweden | Loss 3-1 |
Goals Scored and Conceded
Across Sweden’s last 5 games, they have been outstanding in front of goal and defensively; they scored 14 goals and conceded 9, with no clean sheets. Below is a breakdown of their recent goal statistics:
- Goals Scored: 14
- Goals Conceded: 9
- Clean Sheets: 0
Key Trends from Sweden’s Recent Matches
Going through Sweden’s recent games and past games, some interesting trends are clear, and we believe they should be taken seriously when betting on their 2026 World Cup matches. Below are the trends we found:
- Sweden has recorded 3 wins from their last 5 games.
- Sweden has found the net in each of their last 5 games.
- In 4 of their last 5 games, both teams have scored.
Team News
Both national teams are expected to start their best players, and below we’ll share what to expect from the lineups.
France Team News
There are some important team updates from the French camp, and below, we’ll share them:
Injuries
- There are no injuries reported from the French football camp.
Suspensions
- There are no suspensions reported from the French football camp.
France’s Key Players to Watch
France brought world-class players for their World Cup campaign, and some of them are the following:
- Kylian Mbappe is a top player in world football and is France’s biggest attacking threat. The Real Madrid man is certainly one to watch in this game.
- Michael Olise, the Bayern Munich sensation, will bring creativity and goal contributions to the right side.
- Ousmane Dembele, the current Ballon d’Or winner, will certainly be a headache for Iraq and other teams in this World Cup.
Sweden Team News
The Swedish national team starts its World Cup campaign with a healthy and talented squad, and there are currently no major injury or suspension concerns.
Injuries
- Isak Hien is expected to miss this game due to an injury.
Suspensions
- There are no suspensions reported from the Swedish football camp.
Sweden’s Key Players to Watch
Ivory Coast brought many top players for their World Cup campaign, and some of them are the following:
- Alexander Isak is an exceptional striker and really one to watch. He will be the focal point of Sweden’s attack.
- Viktor Gyökeres is another striker who plays for Arsenal and is one of the most dangerous wingers in the World Cup; he is certainly one to watch.
- Yasin Ayari is a strong presence in the midfield, and he brings experience and stability. He will be one of the key players for the Swedes in this tournament.
Predicted Lineups
Here are the predicted lineups for this Ivory Coast v Norway 2026 World Cup clash.
France Predicted XI
Goalkeeper: Mike Maignan
Defenders: Jules Kounde, William Saliba, Dayot Upamecano, Theo Hernandez
Midfielders: Aurelien Tchouameni, Adrien Rabiot
Forwards: Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, Kylian Mbappe
Sweden Predicted XI
Goalkeeper: Nordfeldt
Defenders: Lagerbielke, Hien, Lindelof
Midfielders: Bernhardsson, Nygren, Karlstrom, Ayari, Gudmundsson
Forwards: Isak, Gyokeres
Best Betting Markets for France vs Sweden
This game presents various betting opportunities, and going by their recent and past results, Topbets presents the following predictions:
Match Winner Prediction
France have been in an exciting and strong form in their recent games. They’re the most complete national team in this World Cup and have proven so. France is expected to win this game, as they have a better head-to-head record against Sweden.
Prediction: France to Win
Over/Under Goals
This game looks tight, but France have been scoring freely in their recent games. Both sides have excellent attackers, and their recent games have seen at least 3 goals scored. Over 2.5 goals is a good option for this match.
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals
Both teams to Score
Both teams need to win this game, and that pressure is why we expect both teams to find the net in this game. Both teams have been scoring in their recent games, and also, their past meetings have seen both teams scoring. We expect both teams to score in this game.
Prediction: Yes
Anytime Goalscorer
Mbappe is the deadliest threat in France’s attack, and for the fact that they need to qualify for the next stage of this competition, we expect most attacks to flow to him. Mbappe to score is a good value bet for this game.
Prediction: Mbappe
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France vs Sweden Prediction
Still need more predictions for this clash? We’ve got you covered. Below are other prediction tips for this game.
Best Bet
The competition is now serious, and one of our best bets in this game is in the cards market. We expect to play over 2.5 cards in this game. Both sides are expected to defend and attack intensely in this game, and that should lead to flying tackles and tempers flaring.
Prediction: Over 2.5 Cards
Correct Score Prediction
We expect this game to have goals in it, as both sides are very good in attack but can be open in defense. France has been free-scoring, but we have the expectation that Sweden will find the net in this game. However, we expect a 3-1 correct score in favor of France to be the outcome.
Prediction: 3-1
Match Analysis and Verdict
As already mentioned, France is in great form, and we don’t see them losing this game. Both nations need to win this game, as it is very important to them. We expect France to win this game. But anything can happen, and Sweden has a few of Europe’s most feared strikers.

