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The 33 of Sweden.
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02
ZI
Zlatan Ibrahimović 122 caps (Sweden) · 62 goals · AFC Ajax, Inter MilanThe audacious Swede redefined what was possible with his acrobatic goals and unparalleled confidence, dominating top leagues across Europe for decades.
SS2001–2023
04
Nils Liedholm 23 caps (Sweden) · 12 goals · IK Sleipner, IFK Norrköping FKThe elegant playmaker, a key figure in AC Milan's legendary Gre-No-Li trio, led Sweden to the 1958 World Cup final with his sublime skill and vision.
CM1947–1958
Nils Liedholm 23 caps (Sweden) · 12 goals · IK Sleipner, IFK Norrköping FKThe elegant playmaker, a key figure in AC Milan's legendary Gre-No-Li trio, led Sweden to the 1958 World Cup final with his sublime skill and vision.
CM1947–1958
06
Kurt Hamrin 32 caps (Sweden) · 17 goals · AIK Fotboll, ACF FiorentinaA legend at Fiorentina and a prolific goalscorer, this dynamic forward was a key attacking threat for Sweden, often drifting from the right wing to influence play centrally.
CM1953–1965
Kurt Hamrin 32 caps (Sweden) · 17 goals · AIK Fotboll, ACF FiorentinaA legend at Fiorentina and a prolific goalscorer, this dynamic forward was a key attacking threat for Sweden, often drifting from the right wing to influence play centrally.
CM1953–1965
07
OK
Ove Kindvall 43 caps (Sweden) · 16 goals · IFK Norrköping FK, Feyenoord RotterdamThe Intercontinental Cup followed that year, with two Dutch championships, the Guldbollen in 1966 and 129 goals in 144 games in Rotterdam.
ST1966–1974
08
TB
Tomas Brolin 47 caps (Sweden) · 26 goals · Näsvikens IK, GIF SundsvallA cult hero at Parma and a dazzling talent at the 1994 World Cup, this technically gifted attacker was superb operating between the lines.
CAM1990–1995
09
Alexander Isak 62 (as of 4 October 2026) caps (Sweden) · 18 (as of 4 October 2026) goals · AIK Fotboll, Real SociedadNewcastle had waited seventy years for a domestic trophy when he swept a low finish past Caoimhín Kelleher just after half-time in the 2025 League Cup final at Wembley.
ST2017–
Alexander Isak 62 (as of 4 October 2026) caps (Sweden) · 18 (as of 4 October 2026) goals · AIK Fotboll, Real SociedadNewcastle had waited seventy years for a domestic trophy when he swept a low finish past Caoimhín Kelleher just after half-time in the 2025 League Cup final at Wembley.
ST2017–
10
Lennart Skoglund 11 caps (Sweden) · 1 goals · Inter Milan, U.C. SampdoriaA true cult hero for Inter Milan, Skoglund mesmerised with his dazzling wing play and was a vital part of Sweden's 1958 World Cup final run.
LM1950–1964
Lennart Skoglund 11 caps (Sweden) · 1 goals · Inter Milan, U.C. SampdoriaA true cult hero for Inter Milan, Skoglund mesmerised with his dazzling wing play and was a vital part of Sweden's 1958 World Cup final run.
LM1950–1964
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RH
Ronnie Hellström 77 caps (Sweden) · Hammarby IF, 1. FC KaiserslauternA revered shot-stopper, his consistent excellence for Kaiserslautern and two Swedish Footballer of the Year awards solidified his legendary status.
GK1968–1980
13
TR
Thomas Ravelli 143 caps (Sweden) · Östers IF, IFK GöteborgSweden's penalty shootout hero at the 1994 World Cup, his acrobatic saves and commanding presence made him a national treasure.
GK1981–1997
14
Freddie Ljungberg 75 caps (Sweden) · 14 goals · Halmstads BK, ArsenalA dynamic attacking midfielder, Ljungberg was a key Invincible for Arsenal, famed for his red-streaked hair and crucial goals in big matches.
CAM1998–2008
Freddie Ljungberg 75 caps (Sweden) · 14 goals · Halmstads BK, ArsenalA dynamic attacking midfielder, Ljungberg was a key Invincible for Arsenal, famed for his red-streaked hair and crucial goals in big matches.
CAM1998–2008
15
GH
Glenn Hysén 68 caps (Sweden) · IFK Göteborg, PSV EindhovenA commanding presence in defence for Liverpool and Fiorentina, the two-time Guldbollen winner was a natural leader for Sweden.
CB1981–1990
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Ralf Edström 40 caps (Sweden) · 15 goals · Åtvidabergs FF, PSV EindhovenA formidable centre-forward of the 1970s, Edström starred for PSV Eindhoven and Sweden, notably at the 1974 World Cup with his powerful aerial presence.
ST1972–1980
Ralf Edström 40 caps (Sweden) · 15 goals · Åtvidabergs FF, PSV EindhovenA formidable centre-forward of the 1970s, Edström starred for PSV Eindhoven and Sweden, notably at the 1974 World Cup with his powerful aerial presence.
ST1972–1980
17
Agne Simonsson 51 caps (Sweden) · 27 goals · Örgryte IS, Real MadridA historic Swedish striker, Simonsson etched his name into legend by scoring in the 1958 World Cup Final against Brazil and later featuring for Real Madrid.
ST1957–1967
Agne Simonsson 51 caps (Sweden) · 27 goals · Örgryte IS, Real MadridA historic Swedish striker, Simonsson etched his name into legend by scoring in the 1958 World Cup Final against Brazil and later featuring for Real Madrid.
ST1957–1967
18
BL
Bo Larsson 70 caps (Sweden) · 17 goals · Malmö FF, VfB StuttgartThe legendary Malmö FF attacking midfielder, a two-time Guldbollen winner, was renowned for his goalscoring prowess and leadership throughout the 1960s and 70s.
CAM1964–1978
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JT
Jonas Thern 75 caps (Sweden) · S.L. Benfica, SSC NapoliThe brain of Sweden's midfield, he captained his country to a memorable third-place finish at the 1994 World Cup, orchestrating play with tactical brilliance.
CDM1987–1997
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Olof Mellberg 117 caps (Sweden) · Racing de Santander, Aston VillaThe uncompromising centre-back was an Aston Villa icon and captained his country, embodying strength and dedication.
CB2000–2012
Olof Mellberg 117 caps (Sweden) · Racing de Santander, Aston VillaThe uncompromising centre-back was an Aston Villa icon and captained his country, embodying strength and dedication.
CB2000–2012
21
RN
Roland Nilsson 116 caps (Sweden) · Helsingborgs IF, IFK GöteborgA robust and incredibly reliable right-back, he was an integral part of Sweden's surprise run to third place at the 1994 World Cup.
RB1986–2000
22
TN
Torbjörn Nilsson 28 caps (Sweden) · Jonsereds IF, IFK GöteborgAn iconic figure at IFK Göteborg, this dynamic midfielder was a driving force, blending offensive prowess with tireless engine to control the game.
CDM1976–1985
23
Anders Svensson 148 caps (Sweden) · 21 goals · IF Elfsborg, SouthamptonSweden's most capped outfield player, the insightful midfielder was a set-piece specialist and the creative heartbeat of the national team throughout the 2000s.
CM1999–2013
Anders Svensson 148 caps (Sweden) · 21 goals · IF Elfsborg, SouthamptonSweden's most capped outfield player, the insightful midfielder was a set-piece specialist and the creative heartbeat of the national team throughout the 2000s.
CM1999–2013
26
KA
Kennet Andersson 83 caps (Sweden) · 31 goals · IFK Eskilstuna, Bologna F.C. 1909A powerful forward, Andersson was a 1994 World Cup hero for Sweden, scoring crucial goals including the equaliser against Brazil in the third-place play-off.
RM1990–2000
27
Kim Källström 131 caps (Sweden) · BK Häcken, Stade RennaisA set-piece specialist and midfield general, the former Lyon star was a consistent and influential presence for Sweden across a decade of international football.
CDM2001–2016
Kim Källström 131 caps (Sweden) · BK Häcken, Stade RennaisA set-piece specialist and midfield general, the former Lyon star was a consistent and influential presence for Sweden across a decade of international football.
CDM2001–2016
28
MD
Martin Dahlin 60 caps (Sweden) · 29 goals · Malmö FF, Borussia MönchengladbachA powerful and intelligent striker, Dahlin was a Bundesliga goalscorer and pivotal to Sweden's memorable third-place finish at the 1994 World Cup.
ST1991–1997
30
Sebastian Larsson 133 caps (Sweden) · 10 goals · Birmingham City, Hull City A.F.C.Arsène Wenger, whose club had sold him to Birmingham four years earlier, called Larsson maybe the best free-kick taker in the league after he curled one past Arsenal at the Emirates on 16 October 2011.
RM2008–2021
Sebastian Larsson 133 caps (Sweden) · 10 goals · Birmingham City, Hull City A.F.C.Arsène Wenger, whose club had sold him to Birmingham four years earlier, called Larsson maybe the best free-kick taker in the league after he curled one past Arsenal at the Emirates on 16 October 2011.
RM2008–2021
31
Erik Edman 57 caps (Sweden) · SC Heerenveen, Tottenham HotspurThe marauding left-back, known for his powerful long-range shot and defensive stability, graced the Premier League before becoming a regular for Sweden.
LB2001–2009
Erik Edman 57 caps (Sweden) · SC Heerenveen, Tottenham HotspurThe marauding left-back, known for his powerful long-range shot and defensive stability, graced the Premier League before becoming a regular for Sweden.
LB2001–2009
32
Mikael Lustig 94 caps (Sweden) · GIF Sundsvall, Rosenborg BKA steadfast right-back and multiple title winner with Celtic, his consistent performances made him a long-serving and dependable international.
RB2008–2021
Mikael Lustig 94 caps (Sweden) · GIF Sundsvall, Rosenborg BKA steadfast right-back and multiple title winner with Celtic, his consistent performances made him a long-serving and dependable international.
RB2008–2021
33
Teddy Lučić 86 caps (Sweden) · Västra Frölunda IF Fotboll, BK HäckenA robust and versatile defender, he was a reliable presence for Sweden in multiple major tournaments, adapting to various roles in the backline.
CB1995–2006
Teddy Lučić 86 caps (Sweden) · Västra Frölunda IF Fotboll, BK HäckenA robust and versatile defender, he was a reliable presence for Sweden in multiple major tournaments, adapting to various roles in the backline.
CB1995–2006
About this XI
At the head of Sweden's pool stand Gunnar Nordahl, Zlatan Ibrahimović and Henrik Larsson. The 33 covers 3 goalkeepers, 9 defenders, 13 midfielders and 8 forwards, with sourced senior international careers spanning the 1930s to the 2020s. Pick a formation, drag your eleven onto the pitch, then explore the careers and settle the duels below. Your votes reorder the people's ranking of these 33 in real time.
Left out, and why
A 33 is a set of decisions, and these are the players who lost their place in the last revision of Sweden's list. Every one of them has a case.
- Rasmus ElmThe place went to Ove Kindvall.
- Martin OlssonThe place went to Alexander Isak.
Disagree? That is the point. Settle it in the duels above.
Who is the greatest Sweden footballer of all time?
The editorial collection starts with Gunnar Nordahl. Its first five careers: Gunnar Nordahl, Zlatan Ibrahimović, Henrik Larsson, Nils Liedholm, Gunnar Gren. The people's ranking on this page moves with every duel vote and can disagree.
How were these 33 Sweden players chosen?
The collection covers every position across Sweden's football history. Honours, international records and career achievements inform the editorial order. Each entry opens a career note and its sources. Fan votes in the duels build a separate ranking.
Where can I read about the careers?
Open a player page from the collection to read the career scene, club record and recorded honours. The source links show where the available records come from.
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