Lucerne, Switzerland – Sweden booked their place in the knockout stages of the UEFA Women’s European Championship with an emphatic 3-0 win over Poland, extending their formidable unbeaten streak to 14 matches. Goals from Stina Blackstenius, Kosovare Asllani, and Lina Hurtig sealed a dominant display that leaves Blågult perfectly poised for a thrilling group decider against Germany.
For Kenyan football lovers and bettors keeping a keen eye on Europe’s elite women’s tournament, this match was a perfect showcase of quality, drama, and opportunities for smart betting strategies.
Sweden’s Ruthless Efficiency
Despite Poland’s spirited start, it was clear from early on that Sweden’s quality would shine through. Sixth-ranked in FIFA’s standings, Sweden rattled the crossbar twice in the opening stages — first through Kosovare Asllani’s header, then via Madelen Janogy’s looping effort.
Their breakthrough finally arrived in the 27th minute, when Asllani delivered a sublime cross for Stina Blackstenius to nod home from close range. The Arsenal striker was a constant threat, nearly doubling her tally before halftime, but was denied by a brilliant save from Poland’s Kinga Szemik.
Asllani Turns Scorer
After the break, Sweden picked up right where they left off. Just seven minutes into the second half, Asllani — who had been the provider earlier — turned scorer, emphatically heading Johanna Kaneryd’s delivery into the net. The goal underlined Sweden’s aerial prowess and tactical precision.
With Poland struggling to cope, Peter Gerhardsson’s side sealed the win in the 75th minute. Substitute Lina Hurtig powered in a header from Jonna Andersson’s corner, leaving Poland with a mountain to climb.
Polish Hopes All But Over
For Poland, the tournament has been a tough learning curve. Following a defeat to third-ranked Germany in their opener, they again struggled against elite opposition. The Whites and Reds now face the grim prospect of leaving their first-ever Women’s EURO finals without a single point — a stark reminder of the competitive gap at this level.
Sweden Eyes Germany Showdown
The win sets up a mouthwatering clash between Sweden and Germany on Saturday, with top spot in Group C on the line. For Kenyan fans and punters, that promises another high-stakes spectacle featuring some of the best players in women’s football.
Sweden’s combination of creative playmakers and lethal finishers makes them genuine contenders for the EURO crown. With their unbeaten run now stretching to 14 games (W10, D4), Blågult are sending out a clear message: they’re here for the trophy.
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