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SWEDEN VS GREECE Date: 04 JUNE 2026 at 18:00 BET ON: Over / Under team- SWEDEN Over +1.50 Odd: 2.02 - Following the humiliating 3-1 defeat to Norway, Graham Potter publicly confirmed that Alexander Isak was always scheduled to start against Greece, while Swedish media reports indicate that several first-choice players who were rested or limited in Oslo are expected to be given significant minutes in what is effectively Sweden's final World Cup rehearsal. Potter has repeatedly stressed the importance of building rhythm, chemistry and confidence before the tournament opener against Tunisia, making this far more than a routine friendly for the Swedes. - From a tactical perspective, Sweden should field their strongest attacking setup with Isak and Gyökeres together, a partnership Potter has had very little opportunity to develop due to injuries and squad absences. After producing just 0.49 xG and being thoroughly outplayed by Norway, Sweden are expected to adopt a far more aggressive approach at home, pressing higher and committing numbers forward to restore confidence before departing for North America. The urgency to respond is significant, especially after intense criticism in Swedish media following Monday's performance. - The motivational gap is equally important. Sweden are days away from a World Cup and need a statement performance after an embarrassing defeat. Greece, meanwhile, have no major tournament ahead and are in the middle of a friendly window that concludes with another match against Italy. For Sweden this is a final competitive audition for roles, partnerships and attacking patterns before the biggest stage in football. With Potter expected to unleash a near full-strength XI and with Isak and Gyökeres leading the line, Sweden have every incentive to keep attacking for the full 90 minutes rather than simply managing the game. Two goals from a highly motivated host side looks a very realistic outcome. SCORPIOBETS
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