# Sweden

Last week

19th March 2023 - 25th March 2023

# like a fine wine

Zlatan Ibrahimovic makes history for Sweden, Man United star hits brace

The 41-year-old has become Euro qualifying’s oldest player, while Marcel Sabitzer impressed for Austria.

10.5k

Fri 10:56 PM

# like a fine wine

41-year-old Ibrahimovic set to make history

The veteran striker will likely break Italian goalkeeper Dino Zoff’s age record in a Euro qualifier of 40 years and 90 days, set in 1983.

4.2k

Tue 2:42 PM

Last year

2022

# Big Money

Sweden's Isak set to seal club-record €71 million Newcastle move

The striker has travelled to England to complete a move from Real Sociedad.

18.9k

Aug 25th 2022, 3:03 PM

# Reaction

'What are we doing?' Ian Wright makes impassioned plea after England's Euros win

The ex-Arsenal striker wants a lasting legacy from the success.

18.4k

Jul 26th 2022, 11:16 PM

# Happy Days

Joyous scenes as hosts England beat Sweden to reach Euro 2022 final

Sarina Wiegman’s side will face France or Germany at Wembley.

24.8k

Jul 26th 2022, 10:56 PM

# swede taste of success

Sweden strike late to set up England Euro 2022 semi-final

World number two need a 92nd-minute winner to see off Belgium and book their place in the final four.

4.2k

Jul 22nd 2022, 10:43 PM

# Great expectations

Holders Netherlands have to settle for draw in Euros opener

They earned a point against Sweden while in the other group game, Portugal drew 2-2 with Switzerland.

3.6k

Jul 9th 2022, 10:27 PM

# Looking Back

Film highlights former Inter Milan footballer's struggles with depression

Martin Bengtsson hopes ‘TIGERS’ can help others going through similar problems.

11.7k

Jun 30th 2022, 6:54 PM

# Looking Back

Denise O'Sullivan and Courage ready to move on after coach's sex abuse allegations

The National Women’s Soccer League was rocked by an alleged coaching sex-abuse scandal.

7.7k

Apr 8th 2022, 12:02 AM

# Growth

'The treatment of the team is a lot better. The FAI back us now'

Ruesha Littlejohn on the changes she has witnessed in the international setup since her debut in 2012.

2.3k

Apr 6th 2022, 12:02 AM

# Challenge

Vera Pauw's Ireland will use upcoming match with U15 boys team to 'try out a few things'

They face a crucial World Cup qualifier with Sweden later this month.

23.1k

Apr 1st 2022, 8:13 AM

# misfortune

'It’s heartbreaking for her personally especially. It’s a severe injury'

Vera Pauw has lamented the loss of key defender Savannah McCarthy ahead of her side’s upcoming World Cup qualifier with Sweden.

4.6k

Mar 31st 2022, 11:59 AM

# Report

Ireland beat Sweden to boost Euros qualification hopes

Goals from Ross Tierney and Tyreik Wright handed Jim Crawford’s side a big win.

42.7k

Mar 29th 2022, 7:18 PM

# success story

The Irishman at the heart of England's most in-form team

Conor Coventry has been enjoying a memorable loan spell at MK Dons.

24.7k

Mar 29th 2022, 7:00 AM

# Challenge

'It’s a huge game, probably the most important to date'

Jim Crawford’s Irish U21 team face a big test away to Sweden tomorrow.

7.1k

Mar 28th 2022, 1:16 PM

# HUMAN AFTER ALL

Zlatan Ibrahimovic warns he is 'an old guy'

The 40-year-old striker is suspended for the World Cup playoff semi-final against the Czech Republic on Thursday.

9.7k

Mar 22nd 2022, 6:18 PM

# Claim

Sweden fears Russia World Cup ban gives Poland upper hand

Hakan Sjostrand said he would have preferred it if Fifa had found a new opponent for their rivals.

7.4k

Mar 9th 2022, 7:16 PM

# Progress

'We have made a huge step... We do not just whack the ball away under pressure'

Vera Pauw hailed Ireland’s improvement after they finished third in the Pinatar Cup.

4.8k

Feb 24th 2022, 7:45 AM

# Boost

Swedish teenager on target but grumpy Ronaldo mars Man United win

Anthony Elanga helped the Red Devils secure a win over Brentford.

64.8k

Jan 19th 2022, 10:55 PM

All time

# school of hard knocks

Irish youngster Ferry progressing thanks to 'men's football'

The Southampton player is currently on loan at Crawley Town.

6.4k

Nov 18th 2021, 6:45 AM

# belief

Ireland reap benefits from trusting 'the process'

Jim Crawford praised his side’s resilience after their late win over Sweden.

3.3k

Nov 18th 2021, 6:00 AM

# Unbelievable

'Stephen Kenny came in and said it was the first time he saw it'

An incredible finish saw Ireland U21s beat Sweden with the last kick of the game.

25.5k

Nov 17th 2021, 3:25 PM

# Late Late Show

Ireland's matchwinner revels in a special night at Tallaght Stadium

18-year-old Ollie O’Neill came off the bench to earn his side a victory in dramatic fashion.

21.5k

Updated

Nov 17th 2021, 3:00 PM

# Report

Ireland beat Sweden with last kick of the game to keep qualification hopes alive

Jim Crawford’s side needed a win to maintain any realistic hope of progression.

60.6k

Nov 16th 2021, 8:58 PM

# Influence

'I spoke to him before the game' - One Lagos-born Irish youngster is aiming to follow in the footsteps of another

Joshua Kayode on being inspired by Chiedozie Ogbene.

35.9k

Nov 16th 2021, 1:00 PM

# Talent

'He's exceptionally quick' - Ireland wary of Man United youngster's threat ahead of Sweden showdown

Anthony Elanga has six goals from six matches in the campaign thus far.

14.9k

Nov 15th 2021, 7:48 PM

# crucial

It's 'win or bust' for Ireland on Tuesday

Dawson Devoy admits the Boys in Green must beat Sweden to keep any realistic hopes of qualification alive.

7.6k

Nov 15th 2021, 12:05 AM

# Getting there

'We weren’t far away from it being a very good performance'

Conor Coventry was taking some positives from Ireland’s loss to Italy on Friday.

9.5k

Nov 14th 2021, 12:05 AM

# Potential

Advice from Patrick Vieira, Ireland ambitions and the GAA career that might have been

Jake O’Brien has swiftly established himself as a key member of Jim Crawford’s squad.

26.5k

Updated

Nov 10th 2021, 9:36 AM

# Boost

'His career was like a little bit of driftwood' - Backing for West Ham's rejuvenated Irish teen

Armstrong Oko-Flex earned a first call-up to Jim Crawford’s squad on Wednesday.

9.1k

Nov 4th 2021, 12:02 AM

# Double-header

First Ireland U21 call-up for West Ham winger Oko-Flex as Smallbone returns

Jim Crawford’s side face Italy and Sweden in Euro qualifiers at Tallaght Stadium this month.

5.6k

Nov 3rd 2021, 10:52 AM

# like a fine wine

40-year-old Ibrahimovic recalled by Sweden

The star pulled out of Euro 2020 finals in June shortly before the tournament kicked off with a knee injury.

7.5k

Nov 2nd 2021, 1:41 PM

# progression

More Ireland players 'stepping up to be a professional footballer, training full-time'

Louise Quinn is encouraged by the progress the squad have made of late.

16.2k

Updated

Oct 21st 2021, 5:39 PM

# Late call-Up

McLaughlin drafted into Ireland squad to replace Danish-based star

Kyra Carusa has picked up a knock and been forced to withdraw.

3.2k

Oct 18th 2021, 2:55 PM

# Controversy

Man United youngster reports racial abuse during Sweden U21s game

The alleged incident happened against Italy on Tuesday.

4.9k

Oct 13th 2021, 2:20 PM

# Upset

USA's 44-match unbeaten run ends in Olympics opener

The four-time Olympic champions crashed to a 3-0 defeat by Sweden.

12.6k

Jul 21st 2021, 11:40 AM

# Mixed Fortunes

Heartbreak for Poland despite Lewandowski heroics

Sweden were left reeling after a brace from the Bayern Munich star.

8.4k

Jun 23rd 2021, 6:58 PM

# heir apparent

Highly rated 21-year-old Sweden star aiming to make up for injured Ibrahimovic

Alexander Isak will be looking to carry his blistering La Liga form into Euro 2020

6.4k

Jun 13th 2021, 9:29 PM

# Young Guns

Euro 2020: Five young players to watch

A look at five young players who will be out to make their mark at the Euros.

8.6k

Jun 9th 2021, 8:00 PM

# heir apparent

Henrik Larsson's son included in Sweden's Euros squad

The Spartak Moscow forward has made only five international appearances.

10.0k

May 19th 2021, 9:13 AM