Sweden routs Tunisia 5-1 in World Cup 2026 group match

Sweden opened its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a 5-1 victory over Tunisia at Estadio Monterrey in Mexico. The Swedes took an early lead when 22‑year‑old Yasin Agyari scored in the 7th minute, followed by a second goal from Alexander Isak at the 30th minute.

Tunisia briefly reduced the deficit to 2-1 in first‑half stoppage time through a header by Omar Rekik, but Sweden responded quickly, adding three more goals in the second half, including two late strikes by Mats Heikkinen and Victor Gökert. The win placed Sweden atop Group 5, ahead of the Netherlands and Japan.

The match was officiated by Argentine referee Gabriel Falcone, with a VAR review confirming a late goal that had initially been flagged for offside. Sweden's dominant performance highlighted the strength of the Scandinavian side as the tournament progresses.