Elvira Öberg Triumphs in Oberhof Pursuit, Becomes Sweden's Second Most Successful Biathlete
Elvira Öberg won the Oberhof pursuit race, becoming Sweden's second most successful biathlete with 13 World Cup wins, while her sister Hanna finished third.
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Sweden Takes Third in Tense Oberhof Biathlon Relay Amid French Shooting Controversy
Sweden finished third in the intense Oberhof biathlon relay, with Björn Ferry accusing the French team of a shooting rule violation that may have affected final podium positions.
Sweden Shines in Junior Ice Hockey World Championship with Key Wins and Emerging Talent
Sweden’s junior men's and women's ice hockey teams display strong performances and promising talent at the Junior World Championship.
Färjestad's Struggles Mount After Coaching Change Amid Fifth Consecutive Loss
After replacing coach Jönsson with Christer Olsson, Färjestad has lost five games in a row, raising concerns about their playoff prospects.
William Nylander Shines in Triumphant NHL Return with Toronto Maple Leafs
William Nylander returns from injury with a goal and two assists to lead Toronto Maple Leafs to a 5-0 victory over Vancouver Canucks.
Robin Kovacs Ends 13-Game Goal Drought with Vital Strike Against Brynäs
Robin Kovacs ended a 13-game goal drought by scoring early against Brynäs, silencing critics and boosting Linköping's confidence.
Swedish Stars Smilla Holmberg and Hanna Lundkvist Shine in Women’s Super League Debuts
Swedish players Smilla Holmberg and Hanna Lundkvist made their Women’s Super League debuts in a tightly contested Arsenal versus Manchester United match that ended 0-0.
Christer Olsson Takes Charge as Färjestad's Head Coach Amid Tough SHL Run
Christer Olsson has taken over as head coach of Färjestad following Jörgen Jönsson's sacking, inheriting a team facing losing streaks and rebuilding player trust.
Swedish Sprint Skiers Face High-Stakes Olympic Qualification Battle in Falun
Jonna Sundling wins sprint in Falun amidst tough Olympic qualification battle with Linn Svahn, spotlighting competitive challenges for Swedish sprinters ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics.
Swedish Goalie Hugo Alnefelt Suffers Serious Head Injury in Finnish League Match
Swedish goalie Hugo Alnefelt was seriously injured by a skate to the head in a Finnish league match; he was taken to hospital in stable condition as HIFK's coach criticized referees for no penalty.
Calle Halfvarsson Faces Olympic Uncertainty After Sprint Quarterfinal Exits
Swedish skier Calle Halfvarsson struggles with sprint event eliminations, casting doubt on his 2026 Olympic participation while focusing on distance races.
Djurgården's Youth Stars Propel Comeback Victory Against Färjestad
Djurgården's young stars lead a key 3-1 comeback win over Färjestad amid coaching shakeups and league struggles.
Sweden's Junior Ice Hockey Triumph Sparks High Viewership and Raises Future Prospects
The Swedish junior ice hockey team’s gold medal win drew record viewership and sparked analysis of players’ promising yet uncertain futures.
Färjestad Fires Coach Jönsson; Jesse Ylönen Transfers to Örebro in SHL Shake-up
Färjestad BK parts ways with coach Jönsson amid poor results as Jesse Ylönen moves from Djurgården to Örebro, reshaping SHL team dynamics.
Sweden's Male Alpine Skiers Face Olympic Qualification Crisis Ahead of 2026 Games
Swedish male alpine skiers have yet to qualify for the 2026 Winter Olympics, raising concerns about the nation's representation in the event ahead of competitions starting February 6.
Former Handball Player Viktor Rhodin Dies at Age 31 After Battle with Brain Cancer
Viktor Rhodin, former handball player, died at 31 after battling a malignant brain tumor that returned in 2024, leaving a profound impact on his family and the handball community.
Hammarby Stands Firm on Montader Madjed as Transfer Offers Come In
Hammarby has rejected several transfer offers for Montader Madjed, valuing him around 100 million SEK and seeking to extend his contract amidst rising interest.
Kalmar's Gibril Sosseh Eyes Winter Transfer Amid Interest from Slavia Prague and Philadelphia Union
Gibril Sosseh of Kalmar FF may transfer this winter as Slavia Prague and Philadelphia Union express interest.
Sweden Expands Olympic and Paralympic Teams Ahead of 2026 Winter Games in Milan and Cortina
Sweden has expanded its Winter Olympic team to 74 athletes and confirms strong Paralympic contenders, with SVT broadcasting the 2026 Games live from Milan and Cortina.
Major Coaching Changes Shake Up Swedish Professional Sports
Färjestad sacks SHL coach Jörgen Jönsson while floorball star Daniel Calebsson takes over as Warberg's head coach, signaling significant shifts in Swedish pro sports leadership.
Swedish Junior Ice Hockey Team Celebrates Historic World Championship Victory Amid Public Enthusiasm and Delayed Official Honors
Sweden's junior ice hockey team celebrated their first world title in 14 years with a spirited US party, while over 1.2 million viewers watched the final in Sweden; players expressed disappointment over delayed official recognition at home.
Sweden Prepares with Optimism as Handbolls EM 2026 Broadcasts Set Across Viaplay and TV10
Sweden's handball team enters EM 2026 with renewed confidence while fans can catch the action on Viaplay and TV10, featuring comprehensive coverage.
Sweden Finalizes 74 Athletes for 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan/Cortina
Sweden confirms 74 athletes for the 2026 Winter Olympics, showcasing broad talent across multiple winter sports disciplines including alpine skiing, cross-country, biathlon, and ice hockey.
Frölunda's Home Win Streak Ends Amid Controversy and Criticism of SHL Officiating
Frölunda HC's 2-1 loss to Luleå ended their eleven-game home winning streak amid controversial officiating decisions and head coach Robert Ohlsson's vehement criticism.
Juniorkronorna Return Home After Championship Win Amid Travel Delays and Resume Training
After a long and delayed journey, Juniorkronorna returned home from their championship win and quickly resumed training and competition.
Severe Snowstorm Jeopardizes Björklöven vs Västerås Hockeyallsvenskan Match
A red-flagged snowstorm forces Västerås to halt travel 20 miles from Umeå, putting the Björklöven hockey match at risk of postponement.
Emotional Tributes to Sivert Guttorm Bakken at Oberhof World Cup Following His Tragic Death
The biathlon community gathered in Oberhof to honor the late Norwegian athlete Sivert Guttorm Bakken with emotional tributes and moments of silence following his untimely death in Italy.
Elvira Öberg Clinches First World Cup Sprint Victory of 2026 Season in Oberhof
Elvira Öberg dominated the Oberhof sprint to claim her first World Cup win of the 2026 season, showcasing perfect shooting and strong skiing to finish well ahead of rivals.
Malin Baryard-Johnsson Returns to FEI Jumping World Cup After Seven-Year Hiatus
Malin Baryard-Johnsson returns to the FEI Jumping World Cup in Leipzig in January 2026 after a seven-year absence, competing as the sole Swedish participant with her horses H&M Indiana and Hennessy.
Swedish Biathletes Reflect on the Tragic Loss of Sivert Guttorm Bakken
Swedish biathletes express deep sorrow and reflect on Sivert Guttorm Bakken’s tragic death ahead of upcoming competitions.
Swedish Handball Goalkeeper Andreas Palicka Suffers Eye Injury Ahead of EM 2026
Swedish goalkeeper Andreas Palicka suffered an eye injury against Brazil ahead of EM 2026 but is expected to recover in time for the tournament start.
Sweden's Handball Team Wins against Brazil Despite Goalkeeper Palicka's Injury Ahead of EM
Sweden's handball team overcame a goalkeeper injury to win their EM warm-up match against Brazil, with strong team performances and optimism for the championship.
Modo terminates Sverre Rönningen's contract as HV71's Richard Nylin announces resignation
Swedish hockey sees major personnel changes as Modo ends Sverre Rönningen's contract and HV71's Richard Nylin announces departure as club director.
New Curling Sweeping Rules Banned Ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics, Sweden's Teams Adapt
New sweeping rules banning a controversial curling technique take effect just before the 2026 Winter Olympics, with Sweden’s top teams adapting confidently to maintain medal hopes.
Jacob Markström's NHL Setback as New Jersey Devils Fall 0-9 to Islanders
Jacob Markström concedes nine goals in a 0-9 defeat to the New York Islanders, raising questions about coaching decisions and his Olympic prospects.
Djurgården's SHL Struggles Persist Amid Key Players' Absence
Djurgården continues a tough SHL streak after losing to Rögle; key Junior World Championship players remain absent due to travel delays.
Haydn Fleury Severely Injured in NHL Game, Transported to Hospital
Winnipeg Jets' Haydn Fleury suffered a serious headfirst collision in an NHL game, was hospitalized but conscious and responsive.
Sweden Clinches 2026 Junior World Championship Gold, Signaling Bright Future for Swedish Hockey
Sweden wins the 2026 Junior World Championship gold in ice hockey, highlighting the nation's long-term hockey development strategy and plans for celebration.
Swedish Ice Hockey Stars Pontus Holmberg and Alexander Wennberg Selected for 2026 Winter Olympics
Swedish ice hockey players Pontus Holmberg and Alexander Wennberg have been named to Tre Kronor's 2026 Olympic team, reflecting their strong NHL performances and promising roles.
Jerry Tollbring Withdraws from Swedish Handball EM Due to Injury, Replaced by Felix Montebovi
Jerry Tollbring withdraws from Sweden's handball EM squad due to a calf injury and is replaced by young Felix Montebovi ahead of the January 17 tournament start.
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