Has Jesper Karlström played in a World Cup before?

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

What position does Jesper Karlström play?

Jesper Karlström plays as a midfielder 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.

How old is Jesper Karlström?

Jesper Karlström is 31 years old.

Jesper Karlström – Sweden | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Jesper Karlström

Jesper Kewe Karlström

Date of BirthJune 21, 1995 (age 31)

Place of BirthStockholm, Sweden

Height / Weight185 / 81

PositionMidfielder

Current ClubUdinese

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls
Friendlies	2	0
World Cup	2	0
Coppa Italia	2	0
Serie A	36	1
Ekstraklasa	2	0
UEFA Nations League	3	0
World Cup - Qualification Europe	4	0
All Competitions	51	1

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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

Jesper Karlström 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 midfielder, Karlström 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

Jesper Karlström 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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