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Potter Names First Sweden Squad: Injured Isak Included, Gyökeres Left Out

Potter turns to Liverpool's record signing to keep Sweden's playoff hopes alive.

Overview

  • Alexander Isak, sidelined since a groin injury on Oct. 22, was called up with Potter saying he is available but not ready for two full 90-minute matches.
  • Liverpool manager Arne Slot said Isak is still not training with the team, will not start on Sunday at Manchester City, and could be assessed for limited involvement.
  • Arsenal forward Viktor Gyökeres missed out after a muscular issue that forced him off against Burnley and kept him out of the win at Slavia Prague.
  • Sweden sit bottom of their qualifying group on one point from four games and are leaning on a likely Nations League playoff route in March under Potter’s short-term deal.
  • The squad assembles in Marbella before facing Switzerland on Nov. 15 and Slovenia on Nov. 18, with fitness decisions to follow the club weekend.