Sweden Dominates Tunisia 5-1 in World Cup Showdown

Sweden surged to the top of Group F at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with an impressive 5-1 victory over Tunisia in Monterrey. The Blågult, under the guidance of former Brighton manager Graham Potter, showcased their attacking prowess with early goals from Yasin Ayari and Alexander Isak within the first half hour of play.

Tunisia managed to respond just before halftime, as Omar Rekik found the net, momentarily shifting the game's momentum. However, Isak and Ayari were not to be denied as they continued to link up effectively throughout the match. After Isak assisted Gyökeres for Sweden's third goal, late VAR drama unfolded when Mattias Svanberg's initial goal was ruled offside, only for a review to reveal that Isak's touch had kept him onside, allowing the goal to stand.

In the dying moments of the match, Ayari struck again, sealing the 5-1 result and enhancing Sweden's goal difference, a potentially crucial factor in this tightly contested group. Sweden's next challenge is against the Netherlands on Saturday, June 20, while Tunisia will face Japan in their upcoming match.

This match followed an exciting 2-2 draw between the Netherlands and Japan, setting the stage for both teams vying for the top spot in the group. Sweden, currently ranked 38th globally, had come into the tournament struggling, failing to secure a win in their warm-up matches.