Sweden continued their impressive start to the UEFA Nations League campaign with a convincing 3-1 victory over Poland on Monday, September 28, 2026, at the Strawberry Arena in Solna.
Goals from Benjamin Nygren, Yasin Ayari and Viktor Gyökeres secured Sweden’s second consecutive victory in Group B4, giving Graham Potter’s side six points from their opening two matches.
Poland fought back before half-time through Sebastian Szymański, but Sweden improved after the break and scored twice to claim all three points.
Sweden made a positive start and took the lead in the ninth minute through Nygren, who headed home after Besfort Zeneli delivered a cross into the penalty area. Victor Nilsson Lindelöf helped direct the ball into the goalscoring opportunity.
Poland responded with greater attacking pressure as the first half progressed and eventually found an equaliser shortly before the interval.
Szymański scored in the 43rd minute to bring Poland level at 1-1, leaving the contest finely balanced heading into half-time.
Sweden returned from the break with renewed intensity and regained the lead in the 64th minute.
Ayari produced an impressive individual move before finishing to put the hosts 2-1 ahead, rewarding Sweden’s improved performance in the second half.
The advantage was extended eight minutes later when Gyökeres found the net in the 72nd minute.
The striker finished a well-delivered cross from Patrik Wålemark, who created the opportunity with excellent work down the right flank. The goal gave Sweden a two-goal cushion and made it increasingly difficult for Poland to recover.
Despite Poland’s attempts to respond, Sweden maintained control during the closing stages and secured a 3-1 win.
The victory leaves Sweden at the top of Nations League Group B4 with six points from two matches. They had opened their campaign with a 2-1 win over Romania before overcoming Poland.
Bosnia and Herzegovina occupy second place with four points, while Poland have one point from their opening two games. Romania remain without a point after two defeats.
Sweden’s next assignment is an away meeting with Bosnia and Herzegovina, while Poland will face Romania as the group campaign continues.
For Potter’s team, the back-to-back victories provide an encouraging start to the competition. Their second-half performance against Poland also demonstrated their ability to respond positively after a difficult spell in the opening period.
Sweden will now look to maintain their momentum as they pursue a place at the top of Group B4.