Sweden vs Tunisia FIFA World Cup 2026: Kick-off time, venue, squads
Synopsis
Sweden return to the World Cup for the first time since 2018, chasing echoes of their legendary USA 1994 third-place run — this time on the same continent. Standing in their way first is a Tunisia side that has never cleared the group stage in seven attempts. Kick-off is 15 June at 7:30 am IST from Monterrey.
Key Takeaways
Sweden vs Tunisia kicks off on 15 June 2026 at 7:30 am IST at Monterrey Stadium, Monterrey .
The match is part of FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F .
Tunisia are making their seventh World Cup appearance but have never advanced past the group stage.
Sweden are in their 13th World Cup and first since Russia 2018 , aiming to replicate their third-place finish at USA 1994 .
Indian viewers can stream live on Zee5 (subscription required) and watch on Unite8 Sports 1/2 TV channels.
Referee: Yael Falcon Perez .
Sweden face Tunisia in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F fixture on 15 June 2026 at Monterrey Stadium, Monterrey, with kick-off set for 7:30 am IST. The match pits a Scandinavian side with deep World Cup roots against a North African team making its seventh appearance on football's biggest stage.
Tunisia: History at the World Cup
Tunisia are participating in their seventh FIFA World Cup overall and their third consecutive tournament, having featured in 1978, 1998, 2002, 2006, 2018, 2022, and now 2026. That makes five qualifications in the 21st century alone — a consistency few African nations can match. However, the Eagles of Carthage have never progressed beyond the group stage in any of their previous appearances.
At Qatar 2022, Tunisia were drawn into a formidable group alongside reigning champions France, Denmark, and Australia — and were eliminated at the group stage despite a memorable late win over France in their final game.
Sweden: Returning to the World Stage
Sweden are competing in their 13th FIFA World Cup, having previously appeared in 1934, 1938, 1950, 1958, 1970, 1974, 1978, 1990, 1994, 2002, 2006, and 2018. This is their first appearance since Russia 2018, ending an eight-year absence from the tournament.
The Swedes carry a storied World Cup legacy. Their finest hour came at the 1958 World Cup on home soil, where they reached the final under coach George Raynor. Closer to the present, Sweden delivered a remarkable third-place finish at USA 1994 — the last time the World Cup was held on American soil — a benchmark the current squad will be eager to match or surpass on familiar territory.
How to Watch Sweden vs Tunisia Live in India
Indian viewers can catch all the action through the following platforms:
Live Streaming: Zee5 platform and app (subscription required).
Live Telecast: Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD TV channels.
Match Details
Date and Kick-off: 15 June 2026, 7:30 am IST
Venue: Monterrey Stadium, Monterrey
Referee: Yael Falcon Perez
Full Squads
Sweden
Goalkeepers: Viktor Johansson, Gustaf Lagerbielke, Kristoffer Nordfeldt, Jacob Zetterstrom
Defenders: Hjalmar Ekdal, Gabriel Gudmundsson, Isak Hien, Victor Lindelof, Eric Smith, Carl Starfelt, Daniel Svensson
Midfielders: Yasin Ayari, Lucas Bergvall, Jesper Karlstrom, Benjamin Nygren, Ken Sema, Elliot Stroud, Mattias Svanberg, Besfort Zeneli
Forwards: Taha Ali, Alexander Bernhardsson, Anthony Elanga, Viktor Gyokeres, Alexander Isak, Gustaf Nilsson
Tunisia
Goalkeepers: Sabri Ben Hassan, Abdelmouhib Chamakh, Aymen Dahmene
Defenders: Ali Abdi, Mohamed Amine Ben Hamida, Adem Arous, Dylan Bronn, Raed Chikhaoui, Moutaz Neffati, Omar Rekik, Montassar Talbi, Yan Valery
Midfielders: Mortadha Ben Ouanes, Anis Ben Slimane, Ismael Gharbi, Rani Khedira, Hadj Mahmoud, Hannibal Mejbri, Ellyes Skhiri
Forwards: Elias Achouri, Khalil Ayari, Firas Chaouat, Rayan Elloumi, Hazem Mastouri, Elias Saad, Sebastian Tounekti
With Sweden's attacking depth — led by Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak — against Tunisia's disciplined defensive setup, Group F promises to be one of the more competitive groupings of the tournament.
Point of View
And a squad featuring Gyokeres and Isak — among Europe's most lethal forwards — makes them genuine dark-horse contenders. Tunisia, meanwhile, are a study in consistent qualification paired with persistent group-stage exits; their ceiling at this tournament will depend on whether a technically gifted midfield can translate possession into goals. The broader story here is Africa's continued struggle to convert World Cup presence into deep runs — Tunisia have now qualified seven times without once reaching the Round of 16.
NationPress
10 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Sweden vs Tunisia FIFA World Cup 2026 match?
Sweden vs Tunisia is scheduled for 15 June 2026, with kick-off at 7:30 am IST. The match will be played at Monterrey Stadium in Monterrey, Mexico.
Where can I watch Sweden vs Tunisia live in India?
The match can be streamed live on the Zee5 platform and app in India (subscription required). TV viewers can tune in to Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, or Unite8 Sports 2 HD channels.
How many times has Tunisia qualified for the FIFA World Cup?
Tunisia are making their seventh FIFA World Cup appearance in 2026, having previously qualified in 1978, 1998, 2002, 2006, 2018, and 2022. They have never advanced past the group stage in any of those tournaments.
What is Sweden's FIFA World Cup history?
Sweden are competing in their 13th FIFA World Cup in 2026, their first since Russia 2018. Their best result remains a runner-up finish at the 1958 World Cup on home soil, and they claimed third place at USA 1994.
Which group are Sweden and Tunisia in at FIFA World Cup 2026?
Both Sweden and Tunisia are placed in Group F of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The 15 June clash in Monterrey is their direct group-stage meeting.
