Schweden

Sweden is mentioned in the context of Italy's failure to qualify for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Several articles detail Italy's recent loss in the 2026 World Cup playoffs against Bosnia-Herzegovina, marking the third consecutive time they've missed the tournament. This failure is compared to their previous elimination in 2017, where they lost to Sweden, preventing them from participating in the 2018 World Cup. The articles highlight the disappointment and national crisis surrounding Italy's repeated inability to qualify for the World Cup. Additionally, one article mentions a Swedish city, Malmö, as the home of an Iranian refugee who may not be able to return due to safety concerns, suggesting potential security issues or threats linked to Iranian activities in the area.