The bomb from Stockholm: The stars of Sweden passed by during the CISM 2026 event.

The bomb from Stockholm: Sweden’s stars passed by during the 2026 World Cup

Officially: Rune Bourgi wasn’t included in the Swedish national team’s lineup for the 2026 World Cup. The national team’s coaching staff presented the final list of players who would be included in the team, and this decision caused a lot of controversy. Among those who weren’t included were five European-level footballers who are considered important players for Sweden’s team.

Hugo Larson Sebastian Nanas Samuel Dal Rune Bourgi Dejan Kulusevski

The exclusion of Dejan Kulusevski, whose speed and skills have long been key elements of Sweden’s attacking strategy, significantly changes the tactical plans for the qualifying rounds. Young players like Larson and Bourgi, who are steadily improving in top leagues, also weren’t included in the team. The Swedish Football Federation hasn’t commented officially on the reasons for this significant reshuffle. However, experts believe this could be a sign of strategic restructuring or internal staffing decisions. The national team will now have to prepare for key matches without its star players. Fans are expecting explanations from the team’s management.