Sweden vs Tunisia World Cup 2026 Tips - 15 June
Sweden face Tunisia in the Group F opener at Estadio Akron, Guadalajara. Sweden's first World Cup since 2018. Tunisia back at a fifth consecutive tournament.
- Sweden vs Tunisia at Estadio Akron, Guadalajara. Kickoff is 04:00 SAST on Monday 15 June (10pm ET Sunday).
- Group F opener after Netherlands vs Japan. Sweden are back at a World Cup for the first time since 2018.
- Tunisia at their fifth consecutive World Cup - the most consistent African tournament side outside Morocco.
Sweden face Tunisia in the Group F opener at Estadio Akron, Guadalajara on Monday 15 June, kickoff 04:00 SAST. Sweden's first World Cup since 2018 - the squad has rebuilt around Alexander Isak and a young midfield. Tunisia arrive at their fifth consecutive tournament with a defensive identity that has been the same across that span. The market has Sweden as moderate favourites. Tunisia are the disciplined draw threat.
The Pick Card
Prices from Hollywoodbets, Betway and Easybet. 18+. T&Cs apply.
| Selection | Bookmaker | Odds | Stake | Operator CTA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweden Draw No Bet | Hollywoodbets | @1.85 | 2 Units | Visit Site |
| Under 2.5 Goals | Betway | @1.65 | 3 Units | Visit Site |
| Alexander Isak Anytime Scorer | Easybet | @2.20 | 2 Units | Visit Site |
The Form Line
Sweden came through European qualifying after a strong second half of the campaign. Isak is the focal striker, with Dejan Kulusevski and Anthony Elanga providing the wide threat. Hollywoodbets and Betway have Sweden at 1.90 to 2.05 to win.
Tunisia came through CAF qualifying as a fifth-seeded side. The defensive structure has been the foundation. The attacking line built around Wahbi Khazri has scored sparingly but rarely conceded heavily.
Head to Head
| Year | Result |
|---|---|
| 2018 | Friendly, Sweden won 1-0 |
| Earlier meetings | Limited recent history |
Limited head-to-head between the two. Sweden took the most recent friendly in 2018.
Team News
Both managers expected to start their settled XIs. Confirmed lineups ninety minutes before kick-off - check the Easybet match centre.
Verdict
Sweden should win but Tunisia rarely lose tournament openers by more than a goal. The DNB is the safer way in. Three picks: Sweden DNB with Hollywoodbets, under 2.5 with Betway, and Isak anytime with Easybet.
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