Viktor Gyokeres gets a big 2026 World Cup boost | OneFootball

Sweden have already announced their squad for the 2026 World Cup, and Viktor Gyokeres once again takes on a prominent role among Graham Potter’s selections. The Sporting striker is naturally included in the final Sweden squad, in a call-up that also brought a surprise linked to the Portuguese league.

In addition to Gyokeres, Gustaf Lagerbielke, a centre-back currently playing for Braga - as Zalazar’s teammate - was also called up to represent Sweden in the tournament, which will take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Meanwhile, Samuel Dahl, Benfica’s full-back, was left out of the coach’s options.

The Arsenal striker remains one of the main attacking references of the Sweden national team and is preparing to compete in yet another major international tournament. The former Sporting forward is expected to be an undisputed starter in Sweden’s campaign.

Sweden now return to the World Cup eight years after their last appearance and face a demanding schedule, where they will come up against Tunisia, the Netherlands and Japan in Group F. With Gyokeres in the spotlight, the Swedes believe they can once again cause an upset on football’s biggest stage.

This season, wearing the shirts of Arsenal and Sweden, Viktor Gyökeres – valued at €65 million – has made 58 appearances: 34 in the Premier League, 12 in the Champions League, six in World Cup qualifying, four in the English League Cup and two in the FA Cup. In the 3,942 minutes he has been on the pitch, the Swedish striker has scored 25 goals and provided five assists.

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