David Beckham and Football Stars Mourn Sven-Goran Eriksson in Sweden
The former England manager, remembered for his kindness and love of life, was laid to rest in his hometown of Torsby.
- Sven-Goran Eriksson, who passed away at 76 from pancreatic cancer, was honored in a funeral attended by around 600 mourners, including David Beckham and Roy Hodgson.
- The service was held at Fryksände Church in Torsby, with additional guests watching on a big screen outside due to limited seating.
- Tributes highlighted Eriksson's love of routine, discipline, and enjoyment of life, with renditions of 'Candle in the Wind' and 'My Way' performed during the ceremony.
- Eriksson's final months were spent reconnecting with friends and former clubs, fulfilling his wish to manage Liverpool Legends in a charity match.
- The funeral procession included a brass band playing 'You'll Never Walk Alone,' reflecting Eriksson's lifelong support for Liverpool.
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