UEFA Nations League

Romania

05 Oct 2026 19:45

Sweden

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Sweden to win 1.62

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Romania vs Sweden Predictions, Picks & Odds – 05/10/2026

UEFA Nations League · 4

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2: Sweden to win

1.62 on 7bet · Confidence High

Odds recorded on 05 Oct 2026 at 17:27 · Odds are subject to change

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Romania's Nations League campaign has been nothing short of disastrous. Rooted to the bottom of Group B4 with zero points from three matches, Gheorghe Hagi's side have conceded twelve goals, the worst defensive record in the group. A humiliating 6-0 thrashing by Poland last time out underlined the scale of the crisis. Hagi is expected to ring the changes, with Ionut Radu likely restored between the posts as Romania seek any sign of improvement.

Sweden arrive in commanding form under Graham Potter, sitting top of Group B4 with seven points and an unbeaten record across three group fixtures. Viktor Gyökeres has been sensational, finding the net in six consecutive Nations League outings, and his presence alone tilts the balance. The Swedes already beat Romania 2-1 ten days ago and will fancy their chances of completing the double, with promotion to League A firmly within their grasp.

Sweden's dominance in Group B4 makes the away win at 1.62 the standout selection here. Graham Potter's side have collected seven points from three matches, sitting top of the table, while Romania prop up the group with zero points and a wretched defensive record of twelve goals conceded. That gulf in quality should prove decisive.

Viktor Gyökeres has been sensational, finding the net in six consecutive Nations League outings. His presence alone tilts the balance firmly towards Sweden. Romania's backline, still reeling from a 6-0 demolition by Poland, looks fragile. Even with Gheorghe Hagi expected to shuffle his starting eleven, the hosts lack the defensive solidity to contain this Swedish attack.

The under 2.5 goals line at 2.29 holds little appeal given Romania's porous rearguard, so backing over 2.5 goals at 1.56 alongside the away win represents genuine value. Sweden scored twice in the reverse fixture ten days ago and should be emboldened by Romania's ongoing collapse. A comfortable Swedish victory looks the likeliest outcome.

Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about Romania vs Sweden

• Romania conceded 12 goals in three matches
• Sweden unbeaten in Group B4
• Gyökeres scored in six consecutive outings

A 4-3-3 against a 4-4-2 shapes up as the tactical contest here, with Romania looking to use the width and movement of Dennis Man and Florin Tanase to stretch Sweden's midfield block. Nicolae Stanciu's ability to pick passes between the lines will be central to whether the hosts can create meaningful openings.

For Sweden, Viktor Gyokeres leads the line in a more direct, compact shape designed to absorb pressure and threaten on the counter. Both probable XIs carry similar confidence levels across multiple credible sources, so the tactical picture ahead of kickoff is reasonably clear on either side.

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What time is Romania vs Sweden?

Romania host Sweden on Monday 5th October 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 19:45 BST.

Where is Romania vs Sweden being played?

The venue for this fixture is yet to be confirmed by UEFA.

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