Viktor Gyökeres scored and assisted as Sweden defeated Tunisia 5-1 in their FIFA World Cup Group F match on June 15, 2026.
The Swedish team dominated the game, with Gyökeres and Alexander Isak causing problems for the Tunisian defense all night.
What happened in the match?
Sweden took the lead with Yasin Ayari's stunning opener, which was set up by a mistake from Abdelmouhib Chamakh.
Gyökeres and Isak linked up for the second goal, with Gyökeres playing a ball into the left channel for Isak to chase and score.
How did Tunisia respond?
Tunisia managed to halve the deficit to 2-1 with Omar Rekik's first international goal, but Sweden continued to dominate.
Gyökeres added a third goal for Sweden, intercepting a ball from Chamakh and firing past the onrushing keeper.
What were the key moments in the game?
Ayari scored his second goal of the game, making it 5-1 for Sweden, with a stunning finish from distance.
Mattias Svanberg also scored within seconds of coming on the pitch, setting a record for the fastest goal by a substitute in World Cup history.
The goal was initially disallowed for offside, but VAR overturned the decision, allowing the goal to stand.
Gyökeres had a chance for a brace, but fired a first-time effort over the bar.
What's next for Sweden and Viktor Gyökeres?
Sweden's dominant victory sets them up well for their next match in FIFA World Cup Group F.
Gyökeres' performance will be crucial in the upcoming matches, as he looks to continue his scoring form.
The Swedish team will be looking to build on this momentum and make a deep run in the tournament.
Viktor Gyökeres and Alexander Isak's partnership will be key to Sweden's success, as they look to take on their next opponents.