Soccer-Potter takes over as Sweden head coach


Soccer Football - Premier League - West Ham United v Crystal Palace - London Stadium, London, Britain - September 20, 2025 West Ham United manager Graham Potter reacts Action Images via Reuters/John Sibley

(Reuters) - Sweden's football association (SvFF) said on Monday it has appointed Graham Potter as head coach, tasking the former West Ham United manager with salvaging their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.

The 50-year-old has been given a contract covering the rest of the World Cup qualification period, plus any potential playoff and the finals themselves should the Swedes, who are bottom of Group B with one point after four games, qualify.

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