Lindelöf may play his last international match: "We'll see"

Victor Nilsson Lindelöf, Sweden's captain, faces the possibility of his international career concluding when Sweden meets France in the World Cup's Round of 16. Lindelöf, who debuted for the national team in 2016 and is participating in his fourth major tournament, had previously suggested that this World Cup in North America might be his last.

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We'll see

"We'll see," the 31-year-old stated when asked about his future, indicating that his focus remains on the upcoming match against the formidable French team. Despite the challenging opponent, Lindelöf expressed optimism about the Swedish squad's capabilities. "We have a good team and very good players who can help the team a lot," he said, acknowledging that France is a tournament favorite but viewing the match as a significant opportunity. "We have to perform our absolute best to win."

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We have a good team and very good players who can help the team a lot.

Sweden's performance in the tournament has been described as satisfactory, with a crucial win against Tunisia, a loss to the Netherlands, and a draw against Japan. Coach Graham Potter lauded Lindelöf's leadership, particularly his role in maintaining team morale after a heavy defeat. "Victor has been fantastic in how he has led the team and the group," Potter commented. "It's not easy to handle a 1-5 loss... That it was our strength and ability to take the points we needed against Japan says a lot about the environment we have in the team. That has a lot to do with Victor's leadership. It has impressed me very much."

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We have to perform our absolute best to win.

Lindelöf himself stated he hasn't thought beyond the immediate game. "I'm focusing on tomorrow's match and then we'll see what happens. But I feel enormous joy being here in the national team, so we'll see." The decision on his future rests solely with him, with Potter expressing hope for his continued availability for the national team in the upcoming Nations League season.

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Victor has been fantastic in how he has led the team and the group.