Preview: France vs Sweden prediction, odds, where to watch, time | FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32

The last game between these two teams ended in a 4-2 win for France

The New York-New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, will host an intense Round of 32 encounter between France and Sweden.

France won all three of their group stage fixtures and accumulated nine points. Their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. Their first-round opponent was Senegal, whom they defeated 3-1. They followed his impressive performance with a dominant 3-0 win over Iraq. Their final league-phase clash was against Norway, and France utterly dominated them as well, emerging 4-1 victors with Ousmane Dembele scoring an iconic hat-trick.

Sweden, on the other hand have seen many ups and downs in the ongoing tournament already. They opened their campaign by dismantling Tunisia 5-1, but were handed a defeat by the Netherlands with the exact same storyline. Sweden held Japan to a 1-1 draw in their final group stage game and qualified by being one of the eight best third place teams.

Kick-off:

• Location: East Rutherford, New Jersey
• Stadium: New York New Jersey Stadium
• Date: Tuesday, 30 June
• Kick-off Time: 09:00 PM (GMT) I 04:00 PM (EST) | 02:30 AM (IST)
• Referee: Not decided
• VAR: In use

Form:

France (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-L

Sweden (in all competitions): D-L-W-D-L

Players to watch out for:

Kylian Mbappe (France)

Kylian Mbappe has already scored four goals in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Real Madrid superstar is currently the joint second-highest goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history, along with Miroslav Klose. He registered two assists against Norway in the last game and showed that he can make a difference even when he doesn’t score. His dribbling in tight spaces is also one of his biggest strengths, as he frequently creates a separation from his marker.

Alexander Isak (Sweden)

Alexander Isak is considered amongst the best strikers in the world right now. He made a high-profile switch to Liverpool from Newcastle United and could only make 22 appearances across all competitions. However, he has been excellent for Sweden in the 2026 FIFA World Cup so far. He scored a goal and registered two assists against Tunisia on opening matchday. He even assisted Sweden’s only against the Netherlands.

Match Facts:

• The last game between these two teams ended in a 4-2 win for France.
• France won 4-1 against Norway in their last game.
• Sweden played a 1-1 draw against Japan in their last game.

France vs Sweden: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: France to win – 1.29 by Stake
• Tip 2: Both teams to score – Yes – 1.55 by Dafabet
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2.5 – 1.81 by 1XBET

Injury and Team news:

France have their entire squad available for selection.

Sweden, on the other hand, will be without Isak Hein as he suffered a hamstring injury against Japan.

Head-to-Head:

Total matches: 8

France won: 5

Sweden won: 2

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups:

France (4-2-3-1)

Maignan (GK); Koundé, Upamecano, Lacroix, Hernández; Tchouaméni, Rabiot; Dembélé, Olise, Doué; Mbappé

Sweden (3-4-1-2)

Zetterström (GK); Lagerbielke, Lindelöf, Gudmundsson; Bernhardsson, Ayari, Bergvall, Stroud; Elanga; Gyökeres, Isak

Match Prediction:

France are the favourites to win the game against Sweden. They have one of the best squads in world football with arguably the most talented front line. Sweden also have the potential to upset France. Our prediction for the game is

Prediction: France 2-1 Sweden

Telecast details:

India: Unite8 Sports Channels, ZEE5

UK: BBC & ITV

USA: FOX Sports

Nigeria: DStv, GOtv

Full Broadcaster List here.

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