Sweden Selection Lineup: Alexander Isak Named While Gyokeres Misses Out

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The striker moved to Arsenal from Sporting during the offseason

Arsenal forward the Swedish attacker fails to make the cut from the new manager's maiden Swedish national squad, whereas Liverpool striker Alexander Isak received a place

The Arsenal forward is scheduled to undergo additional medical tests this week amid fears of a muscle problem in the Gunners's English top flight triumph at the Clarets on Saturday

Gyokeres sat out Arsenal' European victory versus Slavia Prague on Tuesday

Alexander Isak Returns

Isak, who has been sidelined since 22 October owing to muscle issues, was selected for the World Cup games against the Swiss team (15 November) and the Slovenian side (18 November)

Other England-based Selections

  • Spurs playmaker Lucas Bergvall, who is recovering after a head knock
  • Newcastle winger the Swedish international

These players feature in Potter's England-based players chosen by ex- Brighton, Chelsea and West Ham manager the new Swedish coach

The New Manager's Appointment

Potter was named the Swedish federation first for an interim period in late October, under a month after leaving by the Hammers

Former coach the Danish coach lost his job following the national team's defeat against the Kosovan team on 13 October, a result that made automatic qualification in Group B out of reach

Current Situation

The Swedish team sit last place of Group B having just one point in their opening four games

Should they fail to claim the runner-up spot, there remains a chance they might participate in the World Cup play-offs due to thanks to their showing during the previous Nations League

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