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UEFA Nations League: Sweden 2- 0 Russia

Sweden have overcome Russia 2-nil at home and have secured promotion from the UEFA Nations' League B, group 2.

Sweden have overcome Russia 2-nil at home and have secured promotion from the UEFA Nations' League B, group 2, thanks to their better head-to-head record than the visitors.

The Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof netted the ball from a corner kick to give the hosts the lead in the 41st minute. Then, Marcus Bary scored the 2nd for Sweden to secure the crucial win for his side with 18 minutes remaining.

Sweden will be in League A for the next Nations League campaign and have a chance to qualify for Euro 2020 through playoffs.


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