2026-2027 Nations League: Sweden vs. Romania, Probable Lineups

Sweden and Romania face off at 8:45 p.m. in a match for Matchday 1 of Group 4 in League B of the Nations League. Also in the group are Poland and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Scandinavians were eliminated in the Round of 16 at the last World Cup; the visitors, coached by legend Hagi, haven’t won on the road in nearly two years.

Potter won’t be able to count on Elanga, Hien, and Zetterstrom. Up front will be the Isak-Gyokeres duo, with Holm and Gudmunsson on the wings. Bergvall, Karlstrom, and Ayari will anchor the midfield.

Romania responds with Mihaila, Man, and Birligea in the attacking trio. In midfield, Ianis Hagi—following in his father’s footsteps—is flanked by Marin and Dragomir.

Sweden vs. Romania: Probable Lineups
SWEDEN (3-5-2): Johansson; Stroud, Starfelt, Lindelof; Holm, Bergvall, Karlstrom, Ayari, Gudmundsson; Gyokeres, Isak. Coach: Potter.
ROMANIA (4-3-3): Radu; Ratiu, Dragusin, Burca, Bancu; Marin, Hagi, Dragomir; Man, Birligea, Mihaila. Head Coach: Hagi.

Sweden’s head coach Potter had this to say about the match: “On paper, we’re the favorites; I wouldn’t be satisfied with a draw. We’re trying to improve in terms of goals conceded and chances created by our opponents. It’s true, it’s a challenge, but we have to find a solution. I have great respect for Hagi and his career.”