Sweden finished fifth in the last major championship, European Championship 2022. Now they have a new chance for a medal – on home soil.
Sweden will play all three group stage matches in Gothenburg, as well as a possible main round.
– It is something incredibly cool to put on a yellow shirt in front of a packed Scandinavium, says Axnér during the press conference
18 players were presented on Friday, and another 17 as reserves. It is notable that seasoned Carin Strömberg is missing after ten championships since 2015).
– I think that many of these players have switched teams and are making very good progress in their handball. We are sending a very strong squad.
Will be historic
Swedish star Jamina Roberts is selected for what will be her 16th championship – more than anyone else in the Swedish women’s national team.
In this, Roberts now shares first place together with Isabelle Gulldén.
The Scandinavian countries Sweden, Denmark and Norway share the hosting of the world championship, which is played from November 29 to December 17. The final game is played in Herning, Denmark. The WC gives a direct place to the Olympics.
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