Has Niclas Eliasson played in a World Cup before?

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

What position does Niclas Eliasson play?

Niclas Eliasson 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 Niclas Eliasson?

Niclas Eliasson is 30 years old.

Niclas Eliasson – Sweden | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Niclas Eliasson

Niclas Eliasson Santana

Date of BirthDecember 7, 1995 (age 30)

Place of BirthVarberg, Sweden

Height / Weight176 / 73

PositionMidfielder

Current ClubAEK Athens FC

Career

Appearances

Career

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Friendlies	2	0	1
Super League 1	18	0	3
UEFA Europa Conference League	7	2	3
Cup	4	0	0
UEFA Nations League	4	0	0
World Cup - Qualification Europe	1	0	0
All Competitions	36	2	7

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Sweden's group: Group F →

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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

Niclas Eliasson 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, Eliasson 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

Niclas Eliasson 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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