Overview

• Swedish goals came from headers by Stina Blackstenius, Kosovare Asllani and Lina Hurtig, all converting from crosses to highlight their aerial threat.
• Germany’s win over Denmark earlier guaranteed both Sweden and Germany would advance, eliminating Poland and Denmark from Group C.
• Sweden and Germany head into their Saturday meeting in Zurich level on six points, with the group winner earning a more favourable quarter-final draw.
• Sweden’s relentless aerial crosses down the wings consistently overwhelmed Poland’s defence, denying the visitors any clear chances.
• Poland exited the tournament without scoring in three group matches, ending their major-tournament debut with a goalless record.