France
- France are on a four-game winning streak.
- France are flying into this matchup after winning 3-1 and 3-0 in their games respectively against Senegal and Iraq in the FIFA World Cup - Group I 2026 and also Norway away.
- Their game is built on control and they have a real burst of pace that Didier Deschamps' side thrive on in transition.
Sweden
- In stark contrast to France, Sweden's system under Graham Potter is much more direct and duel-heavy.
- They will look to sit deep, get numbers forward, play quick, early balls into the box and make the game a battle in the trenches.
- Sweden's away record in recent games is 0-1-2.
Key Players
They will have to take the chance to get forward and will need Alexander Isak in form, the Newcastle striker has 3 assists in their last 5 and keeps the forwards ticking over.
Betting Insights
- The market is leaning towards a France win at 1.45 with the Swedes 7.3 and the draw 4.45.
- Over 2.5 goals is my primary pick at 1.8 and Both Teams To Score also stands out at 1.95.
Prediction
Sweden are capable of causing real problems for France and Sweden will give their all for this game, I'm going to back the underdog and take the draw in the 3-way bet.
