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- Competition: World Cup Qualifiers
- Date: 13th October 2025
- Kick-off: 19:45 UK / 20:45 CEST
- Venue: Estadio Nuevo Arcángel
Sweden the search for their first victory in Group B of World Cup qualifying from Europe when they welcome Kosovo to Gothenburg on Monday. Three points separates the two sides with, Kosovo five points below the leaders Switzerland. Our Sweden vs. Kosovo preview covers everything you need to know about the clash including the latest team news and betting tips.
Sweden vs Kosovo Head to Head (H2H) stats
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Kosovo
2 : 0
Sweden
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Sweden
3 : 0
Kosovo
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Kosovo
0 : 3
Sweden
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The two nations have faced each other three times since 2021, all of which were World Cup Qualification – Europe fixtures. Sweden had the slight edge, picking up two wins, but Kosovo’s only victory came in their most recent meeting in September. The average number of goals per game was 2.67.
Sweden team overview
Sweden have disappointed their supporters in the World Cup qualifiers, which is surprising given the talent in the squad.
The Blue-Yellows began their campaign with a 2:2 draw against Slovenia in September, a game in which they led twice. They then lost 2-0 to Kosovo in their second game and were desperate to secure their first win in the group against Switzerland in midweek.
Alexander Isak and his teammates were disappointing once again, failing to record a single shot on goal over the course of 90 minutes and lost 2-0.
Gyökeres and Isak may well start up front again, despite playing every minute of that game, although Anthony Elanga of Newcastle United is an option.
Last matches of Sweden
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Sweden
0 : 2
Switzerland
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Kosovo
2 : 0
Sweden
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Slovenia
2 : 2
Sweden
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Sweden
4 : 3
Algeria
Friendly International
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Hungary
0 : 2
Sweden
Friendly International
Sweden lineup
Goalkeeper
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12
Viktor Johansson
Defenders
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22
Gustaf Lagerbielke
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4
Isak Hien
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5
Gabriel Gudmundsson
Midfielders
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21
Alexander Bernhardsson
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7
Lucas Bergvall
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16
Jesper Karlström
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18
Yasin Ayari
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11
Anthony Elanga
Forwards
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17
Viktor Gyökeres
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9
Alexander Isak
Kosovo team overview
Meanwhile, Kosovo started their Group B World Cup qualifying campaign with a humiliating 4-0 loss to Switzerland in Basel in September.
The Dardanians only managed one shot on goal in that game but have fared much better since then, avoiding defeat in two matches. After their win and clean sheet against Sweden last month, Jon Dahl Tomasson’s team played to a 0-0 draw with Slovenia midweek, though they didn't register a single shot on goal over the 90 minutes.
Lindon Emërllahu was unavailable because of his red card back in September but he will be ready for selection against Sweden. With one goal in three matches, Vedat Muriqi looks poised to lead the line on Monday, while Rrahmani will be the man to watch in the engine room.
Last matches of Kosovo
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Kosovo
0 : 0
Slovenia
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Kosovo
2 : 0
Sweden
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Switzerland
4 : 0
Kosovo
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Kosovo
4 : 2
Comoros
Friendly International
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Kosovo
5 : 2
Armenia
Friendly International
Kosovo lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Arijanet Muric
Defenders
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15
Mërgim Vojvoda
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4
Ilir Krasniqi
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5
Albian Hajdari
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3
Fidan Aliti
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13
Dion Gallapeni
Midfielders
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9
Albion Rrahmani
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23
Leon Avdullahu
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6
Elvis Rexhbecaj
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8
Florent Muslija
Forwards
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18
Vedat Muriqi
Prediction
With Kosovo in second place and Sweden searching for their first win in Group B, Monday’s game is sure to be intriguing, and I expect nothing less. Sweden boasts three wins in their last four home games, and they have also won two of their last three meetings with Kosovo. Anything other than a home win would therefore be a surprise to me.
Three reasons we expect a home win in this game
- Sweden have won four of their last five competitive matches.
- Kosova have won just one of their last three competitive matches.
- Sweden won two of the last three meetings between the two nations.
Main prediction Sweden - Kosovo
Sweden to win
Best Odds:
Sweden vs Kosovo standings in WC Qualification Europe
Group B | P | W | D | L |
G - A
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GD | Pts | |
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1 | Switzerland | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 - 0 | +9 | 9 |
2 | Kosovo | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 - 4 | -2 | 4 |
3 | Slovenia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 - 5 | -3 | 2 |
4 | Sweden | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 - 6 | -4 | 1 |