Emil Forsberg puts Sweden on brink of knockouts

Sweden’s Emil Forsberg

Emil Forsberg's second-half penalty sealed Sweden a 1-0 win over Slovakia here on Friday as the Scandinavians moved top of Euro Group E.

Janne Andersson's men, who played out a goalless draw with Spain in their opener, now look set to reach the knockout stage for the first time since 2004.

A point in their final game against Poland at the Krestovsky Stadium on Wednesday would be enough to be sure of a Top-2 finish in the group. Slovakia could have qualified with a game to spare with a win, but still have their fate in their own hands ahead of their final tie against Spain.

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