Has Emil Krafth played in a World Cup before?

Sweden has appeared in 13 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Emil Krafth's full international history.

What position does Emil Krafth play?

Emil Krafth plays as a defender for Sweden at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Sweden in at the 2026 World Cup?

Sweden are in Group F at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia.

When does Sweden play at the World Cup?

Sweden's first match is on 2026-06-14 against Tunisia at Estadio BBVA, Monterrey.

Emil Krafth – Sweden | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Emil Krafth

Emil Henry Kristoffer Krafth

Date of BirthAugust 2, 1994 (age 31)

Place of BirthStockholm, Sweden

Height / Weight184 / 83

PositionDefender

Current ClubNewcastle

Career

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Friendlies Clubs	1	0	0
League Cup	2	0	0
Premier League	1	0	0
FA Cup	2	0	0
Friendlies	4	0	0
UEFA Nations League	2	0	0
World Cup - Qualification Europe	2	0	0
All Competitions	14	0	0

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World Cup 2026

Group F →

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Netherlands	3	2	1	0	6	7
2	Japan	3	1	2	0	4	5
3	Sweden	3	1	1	1	0	4
4	Tunisia	3	0	0	3	-10	0

2026-06-14Sweden vs TunisiaEstadio BBVA, Monterrey→2026-06-20Netherlands vs SwedenNRG Stadium, Houston→2026-06-25Japan vs SwedenAT&T Stadium, Arlington→

2026 tournament outlook

Emil Krafth will represent Sweden at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Sweden have been drawn in Group F alongside Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-14 against Tunisia at Estadio BBVA, Monterrey. As a defender, Krafth will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Sweden's best World Cup finish is Runners-up (1958). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Sweden at the 2026 World Cup

Emil Krafth is part of the Sweden squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Graham Potter, alongside V. Johansson, H. Ekdal, G. Gudmundsson, and R. Bardghji among the key players.

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