Viktor Johansson Starts in Goal Against Bosnia
Sweden can secure its Nations League group victory when Graham Potter chooses Viktor Johansson to start in goal against Bosnia on Saturday night, Aftonbladet reported.
A victory at the Nationalarenan sends Blågult to the A-groups. The biggest pre-match discussion centered on the starting goalkeeper, where Potter kept faith with Johansson after he played every minute during the previous international gathering a month ago, according to Aftonbladet.
Anthony Elanga steps straight into the starting lineup following an injury that sidelined him last month. Hugo Larsson partners with Yasin Ayari in central midfield, marking Larsson’s second start since last September, Aftonbladet reported.
Three Goals Push Sweden Ahead at Halftime
Sweden leads Bosnia and Herzegovina 3–0 at halftime in the Nations League group-stage match currently underway, OMNI reported. Daniel Svensson opened the scoring just four minutes in with a header.
Viktor Gyökeres drew a foul inside the penalty area five minutes later and converted the resulting spot kick for a 2–0 lead. Gyökeres added a third goal from the penalty spot just before halftime after Daniel Svensson was brought down, according to OMNI.
Sweden's Starting Lineup Features Key Players at Nationalarenan
The match kicked off at 20.45 at the Nationalarenan. Both Aftonbladet and OMNI confirmed the Swedish starting lineup features Johansson in goal behind a backline of Svensson, Lagerbielke, Lindelöf, and Gabriel Gudmundsson.
The midfield features Elanga, Larsson, Ayari, and Sebastian Nanasi. Gyökeres and Alexander Isak lead the attack.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Match
Where is the Nations League match played?
The fixture takes place at the Nationalarenan with an announced kickoff time of 20.45, Aftonbladet reported.
Who broadcasts the game live?
Viaplays kanaler carries the live broadcast of the encounter between Sweden and Bosnia and Herzegovina, according to OMNI.
How many goals did Viktor Gyökeres score in the first half?
Viktor Gyökeres scored two goals from the penalty spot before halftime, while Daniel Svensson added the opening goal with a header, OMNI reported.
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