Sweden were confirmed as World Cup Group G winners, setting up a last-16 clash with the United States, as they defeated Argentina 2-0 in Hamilton.
The Swedes had already clinched qualification for the next round after beating South Africa 2-1 and Italy 5-0 in their first two games, and could only be denied top spot with defeat and an unlikely-looking goal difference swing on Wednesday.
Amanda Ilestedt registered a brace as Sweden thumped Italy 5-0 in Wellington to secure a place in the World Cup last 16 with a game to spare.
Defender Ilestedt opened the scoring with a 39th-minute header, the first of three goals in quick succession for the Swedes late in the first half, with Fridolina Rolfo and Stina Blackstenius adding finishes soon after.
Amanda Ilestedt headed a late winner as Sweden came from behind to beat South Africa 2-1 in their World Cup opener at a rain-sodden Wellington Regional Stadium.
A major upset was on when Hildah Magaia’s finish put South Africa, 51 spots lower than third-ranked Sweden in the world rankings, in front three minutes into the second half.
Romelu Lukaku scored a hat-trick as Belgium kicked off a new era under Domenico Tedesco with a 3-0 win over Sweden on Friday in their opening Euro 2024 qualifier.
The Red Devils replaced Roberto Martinez with Tedesco after exiting the World Cup at the group stage, while a number of big names also retired from international football.
Domenico Tedesco expects to see even more from his Belgium side, despite an impressive 3-0 victory over Sweden in his first game as head coach.
Romelu Lukaku's hat-trick in Friday's opening Euro 2024 qualifier ensured Tedesco, who took over from Roberto Martinez last month, got off to a flying start.
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