Sweden Introduces New Talents in National Teams for 2025 World Championships

Sweden's national teams across floorball and beach volleyball integrate several debutants as they prepare for their respective 2025 World Championships, aiming to maintain dominance and nurture future stars.

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  • • Seven debutants included in Sweden's floorball squad led by Linn Lundström for the 2025 World Championship.
  • • Key players Mathilda Ekenlinde and Sandra Boric Svärd left out due to injuries and form.
  • • Sweden's floorball team has won every title since 2005, aiming to extend the streak starting December 6 against Finland.
  • • Olympic champions Jonatan Hellvig and David Åhman face form and injury concerns ahead of beach volleyball World Championship in Australia.
  • • Newcomers Jacob Hölting Nilsson and Elmer Andersson debut in beach volleyball World Championship with strong mentorship from Åhman.

Sweden is gearing up for major 2025 World Championships with several new players debuting across different national teams. In floorball, Linn Lundström unveiled her first squad for the World Championship in the Czech Republic, featuring seven debutants including Mira Markström and Ellen Lundin. Lundström highlighted Markström's powerful play and creativity as a boost to the team's strong lineup. Notably, some established players like Mathilda Ekenlinde and Sandra Boric Svärd were omitted due to recent injuries and performance issues. Sweden seeks to continue its dominant run, having held the title consistently since 2005. The championship opens on December 6 against Finland.

In beach volleyball, reigning Olympic champions Jonatan Hellvig and David Åhman prepare for the World Championship in Australia amid concerns over Hellvig's knee and their current form. Alongside them, newcomers Jacob Hölting Nilsson and Elmer Andersson will play their first World Championship, signaling a fresh wave of talent. Åhman expressed strong confidence in these younger players, stating, "We have taught them everything we can," underscoring a focus on mentorship and the sport’s future.

These developments show Sweden's strategic blend of experienced stars and emerging talents as it prepares to compete at the highest level across multiple sports in late 2025.

This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.

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