Sweden’s Lag Wranå Battles for Bronze at 2026 Women’s Curling World Championship

Sweden’s Lag Wranå, led by skipper Isabella Wranå, is preparing to compete for the bronze medal at the 2026 Women’s Curling World Championship currently taking place in Calgary, Canada. After narrowly losing to Switzerland in the semifinals, the team will face Japan in the bronze medal match scheduled for March 22 at 16:00, broadcast live on SVT Play.

This championship marks Lag Wranå’s senior World Championship debut, a notable step following their success on other stages. Isabella Wranå recently won Olympic gold in mixed curling alongside her brother, adding significant experience and momentum to the team. The squad, also featuring players Almida de Val, Maria Larsson, and Linda Stenlund, secured their place ahead of the Olympic gold-winning Lag Anna Hasselborg due to ranking points.

Throughout the tournament, Sweden’s team has demonstrated strong individual and team performances. For instance, Linda Stenlund posted an impressive individual player score of 91.6, outperforming the top Korean player who scored 90.3, highlighting the team’s competitive edge. Moreover, Lag Wranå has quickly established itself as a formidable curling team internationally after winning the prestigious Grand Slam Players' Championship in 2023.

While the semifinals loss was a setback, the team remains determined to end the championship on a strong note. Broadcasting of their bronze medal match against Japan, combined with the final between Canada and Switzerland, will provide fans with an opportunity to see Sweden’s best compete for a podium finish.

With their rapid rise in the curling world and recent achievements, Lag Wranå is set to leave a strong impression at their first senior World Championship, aiming to add a medal to their growing list of accomplishments.