This was the very first world championship in walking football that was played, but when the next one will be played, it is not clear yet, says Roland “Rollo” Nordqvist.
– It may be played in England next year, there is a possibility. But I do not know how alert and healthy I am then, says Roland “Rollo” Nordqvist.
Sweden zeroed Italy
A total of 26 nations participated in the World Cup in walking football in Florence, Italy. In the men’s plus 70 class, four nations settled for the win – Italy, Australia, England and Sweden.
The thrilling final was played between Sweden and Italy and ended 4-0 in Sweden’s favor.
The disappointment was clear when SVT met Roland “Rollo” Nordqvist at home the day after the World Cup final.
– I would have been there, he says.
In the clip, you can hear Roland “Rollo” Nordqvist’s feelings for the missed World Cup adventure.