Swedish Selection Announcement: Isak Named While Gyokeres Misses Out
The striker signed with Arsenal after leaving Sporting during the offseason
Gunners striker Viktor Gyokeres has been omitted in the new manager's initial Sweden team selection, whereas Liverpool forward Alexander Isak received selection
The Arsenal forward is due to undergo further medical tests this week following fears of a thigh issue during Arsenal's Premier League win against the Clarets on Saturday
The 27-year-old was absent from Arsenal' European success versus the Czech side earlier this week
Alexander Isak Returns
Isak, absent from action since 22 October due to a groin injury, made the squad for the World Cup matches against the Swiss team (15 November) plus the Slovenian side (November 18th)
Other England-based Inclusions
- Tottenham midfielder the young talent, who is recovering from concussion
- Magpies wide player Anthony Elanga
These players are among the England-based contingent chosen under former Brighton, Chelsea and West Ham boss the new Swedish coach
The New Manager's Role
Potter took over by Sweden originally for an interim period in late October, under four weeks following he was dismissed by West Ham
Former coach the Danish coach was fired after the national team's 1-0 loss to Kosovo on 13 October, an outcome which rendered automatic qualification in Group B out of reach
Current Position
The Swedish team are currently last place in Group B having only a single point in four matches
Even if they don't manage to claim the runner-up spot, they could still take part in the qualification playoffs as a result thanks to their showing during the previous UEFA competition
