Sweden Squad Reveal: Alexander Isak Included While Gyokeres Omitted
The striker signed with the Gunners from Sporting in July
Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres was left out in the new manager's initial Sweden team selection, while Reds forward the talented attacker secured a place
The Arsenal forward is scheduled for additional examinations this week following fears he sustained a thigh issue during Arsenal's Premier League triumph at the Clarets on Saturday
The 27-year-old missed Arsenal' European success versus Slavia Prague earlier this week
Isak Returns
Isak, who has been sidelined since late October owing to muscle issues, was selected for World Cup qualifying fixtures versus Switzerland (15 November) and Slovenia (18 November)
Other Premier League Inclusions
- Spurs midfielder the young talent, who is recovering after a head knock
- Newcastle wide player the Swedish international
Both athletes are among the Premier League contingent selected by ex- Brighton, Chelsea and West Ham manager the new Swedish coach
Potter's Hiring
The English manager was appointed by Sweden initially temporarily in late October, under four weeks following he was dismissed by the Hammers
Previous coach the Danish coach lost his job following Sweden's defeat to the Kosovan team in mid-October, an outcome which rendered direct progression from their World Cup group unattainable
Present Standing
Sweden are currently last place of Group B with just a single point from four matches
Should they don't manage to claim the runner-up spot, there remains a chance they might be involved in the secondary qualification due to thanks to their showing in the latest Nations League