A key Group F showdown awaits as Sweden takes on Tunisia at Monterrey Stadium, with both nations eager to make a strong start to their World Cup journey. In a competitive group featuring the Netherlands and Japan, every point could be decisive.
Sweden is expected to control the contest with their attacking quality, but Tunisia's well-drilled defensive setup and resilience could make this a far tighter battle than many anticipate.
Have a read of our Sweden vs Tunisia prediction before you decide on your bet.
Sweden vs Tunisia prediction for the 2026 World Cup
Both nations begin their 2026 World Cup here, with no head-to-head history to lean on. For bettors, this is as open as it gets, and the odds mirror that uncertainty.
Take a look at our top Sweden vs Tunisia prediction:
BTTS - No
Who are the favourites?
Based on the leading UK-licensed bookmakers, Sweden is tipped to come out on top, with 50% of the odds leaning towards their win.
Looking for more? Browse all the World Cup odds and dig into this and other ties from the planet's biggest football tournament.
Sweden vs Tunisia: head-to-head
Sweden and Tunisia share no recent head-to-head record, so this is effectively their first meeting in years.
Sweden: opening the 2026 World Cup
Sweden make their FIFA World Cup bow having already logged 10 match(es) in 2026 in the build-up. Here is how they have fared:
2 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 5 loss(es)
13 goals scored (1.3 per game)
20 goals conceded (2 per game)
Players to watch for Sweden National Team
Leading scorer: Anthony Elanga with 1 goal(s)
Most assists: Viktor Gyökeres with 1
Tunisia: opening the 2026 World Cup
Tunisia step out at the FIFA World Cup for the first time this edition after 14 match(es) in 2026.
Here is the Seleção da Tunísia record:
This year so far
10 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 2 loss(es)
23 goals scored (1.64 per game)
6 goals conceded (0.43 per game)
Players to watch for Seleção da Tunísia
Leading scorer: Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane with 3 goal(s)
Most assists: Ali Abdi with 3
Sweden vs Tunisia statistics at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Before you stake anything, look over the side-by-side comparison that sheds light on each nation's current form for this World Cup tie:
Sweden
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Tunisia
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Sweden vs Tunisia probable lineups
See the likely starting eleven below for our Sweden vs Tunisia prediction at the 2026 World Cup.
Sweden: Johansson; Lindelof, Hien, Lagerbielke; Gudmundsson, Svanberg, Karlstrom, Ekdal; Isak, Elanga; Gyokeres
Tunisia: Dahmen; Talbi, Bronn, Ben Ouanes; Valery, Skhiri, Mejbri, Ben Slimane, Abdi; Achouri, Saad
How to watch Sweden vs Tunisia live in the UK
Find out below where you can catch Sweden vs Tunisia live during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Just remember, kick-off is at 03:00 UK time.
For the full schedule, check our our World Cup live streaming page.
More betting tips for this match
Alongside the main tip given at the top of this article, here are some other strong bets for Sweden vs Tunisia:
Further 2026 World Cup predictions
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Match details: Sweden vs Tunisia
🆚 Fixture Sweden vs Tunisia
🏆 Tournament 2026 FIFA World Cup
📅 Date Monday, 15/06/2026
🕐 Kick-off 03:00 UK time
🏟️ Venue Estadio BBVA Bancomer
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