France will look to take another step towards a third-successive World Cup final appearance when they clash with Sweden in the Round of 32 in New Jersey. The winner will face Paraguay in the Round of 16 on Saturday.The 2018 winners are the betting favourites to win both this match and the tournament. They have Kylian Mbappe in tremendous form and look like the standout team at the World Cup. However, Sweden possess forwards of the calibre of Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak. And on their day, they have the quality to beat anybody. This makes a bet on France to win at such short odds a slight risk. So instead, I’m placing a three-leg bet builder at odds of 4.92/1 that perfectly fits in with the form shown by both sides so far at the competition.France vs Sweden match detailsDate: Tuesday, June 30, 2026Kick-off: 10pm BSTVenue: Metlife Stadium, East Rutherford, USACompetition: FIFA World Cup Round of 32TV channel: ITV1 and ITVXOur 4.92/1 Bet Builder: Both teams to score, Kylian Mbappe to score anytime, Sweden over 2.5 cardsNo team will want to face France at the World Cup. Sweden will have no option but to try and contain them, but as soon as France makes that breakthrough, the Swedes will have to attack, and they have the players to get at least one goal. Kylian Mbappe will benefit when Sweden has to chase the match. The Scandinavians will be exposed on the transition. This should also see them picking up cards as they are forced to break up French counter-attacks by any means.Both teams to score – 4/6 with Sky BetKylian Mbappe to score anytime – 1/2 with Sky BetSweden over 2.5 cards – 5/2 with Sky BetFrance vs Sweden bet builder breakdownBoth teams to scoreStat: Graham Potter’s Sweden has also had less of the ball in all three of their matches, but have created the most chances. They play a counter-attack style that should see them on the scoresheet against a flamboyant France team that takes risks to score goals.Why: Both teams have scored in all three of Sweden’s World Cup matches and in two of France’s three. Sweden has also scored in their last nine matches in all competitions, while France has scored in all of their previous ten matches, keeping just two clean sheets. Bet on Both teams to score at 4/6 with SkyBet Kylian Mbappe to score anytimeStat: Kylian Mbappe is France’s focal point. He scored braces in his first two matches against Senegal and Iraq, and even when he wasn’t on the scoresheet against Norway, he provided two assists. Mbappe can’t be kept out of the action and is unlikely to go successive matches without a goal.Why: Kylian Mbappe has already demonstrated he is well able to score all kinds of goals at this World Cup. Whether it be from distance, or close range, the Real Madrid striker is a threat. The France captain will also be on penalty duties. Back Kylian Mbappe to score anytime at 1/2 with Sky Bet Sweden over 2.5 cardsStat: In their 5-1 defeat against the Netherlands, Sweden picked up three yellow cards as they struggled to cope with quick counter-attacks from the Dutch. It’s only going to be more difficult against France.Why: France should dominate possession. They will take the game to the Swedes and this could result in mistimed tackles. Sweden will also struggle to cope with France on the transition when they lose the ball. Tip Sweden over 2.5 cards at 5/2 with Sky Bet How to place France vs Sweden bet builderIf you need help placing your bet builder, then follow these simple steps below: Navigate to the World Cup section on the Sky Bet app and find France vs SwedenClick on the Bet Builder section in the match menuAdd our three selections to the betting slipThe combined odds of 4.92/1 should now be showing in your bet slip. Before you hit that submit button, just take a moment to make sure all three of your selections are correctly showing. Don’t forget to check out our World Cup betting offers as well. The bookmakers listed on this page also offer bet builders, and as odds can change, it’s always worth shopping around to see if one of them is offering better odds when you come to place this bet.Stats that matter for your betBoth teams to score: Both teams have scored in eight of France’s last ten matches and in all of Sweden’s last nine since Graham Potter took charge.Kylian Mbappe to score anytime: Mbappe is chasing a second Golden Boot. He is in red-hot form. Mbappe has scored 16 goals in 16 World Cup matches. His goal-a-game record speaks for itself.Sweden over 2.5 cards: Sweden struggled to contain the Dutch on the counter-attack and picked up three cards breaking up the play. France possesses far more attacking weapons than the Dutch.Both teams look defensively vulnerable: Graham Potter’s teams have always been defensively poor in club football and that also seems to be the case with Sweden. France are also not a team that prioritises clean sheets. Their mantra seems to be if you score two, we’ll score three.Why we are backing this bet builderThe majority of the Round of 32 games so far have been tight and cagy affairs. However, this game looks set to break that trend by providing goals at both ends, and plenty of them. Sweden can’t keep a clean sheet under Graham Potter. As a result, they will have no option but to try and score. They aren’t going to play for a 0-0 and try to win on penalties. Their best way of taking the game to spot kicks is with a scoring draw.Kylian Mbappe is the player most likely to cash in on poor Swedish defending. He only managed one goal in four friendlies in the build-up to the World Cup. But in his last nine competitive matches, Mbappe has scored in eight of them (11 goals). He is clearly a man that delivers when it matters most. Sweden has seen less of the ball than their opponents in all three of their matches at the World Cup. This hasn’t stopped them from creating plenty of chances and scoring goals, but it will put them under increased pressure at the back in the knockout phase. There is no harder match at this stage of the competition than facing France. The 2018 champions will attack Graham Potter’s team with pace and power from all over the pitch. This relentless all-out attack is going to lead to tactical fouls. All three legs of this 4.92/1 bet builder look solid and combined make for a great value wager.France vs Sweden oddsFrance are the clear favourites to win this match in 90 minutes. Didier Deschamps’ team are just 1/4 to get the job done in normal time, and are an even shorter 1/12 to qualify for the Round of 16 by any method.Graham Potter’s Sweden are dangerous opponents. Potter has settled into his role as Sweden head coach seamlessly and he performed a near miracle getting his team here via the playoffs. Pre-Potter, Sweden were an absolute disaster in their qualifying group, picking up just two points from six matches as they finished bottom of Group B.Sweden’s chance in the playoffs came thanks to their previous good showing in the Nations League. This is further proof they have the ability, and odds of 9/1 to win in normal time might tempt some punters. France win – 1/4 with BetVictorDraw – 5/1 with bet365Sweden win – 9/1 with Sky BetFrance vs Sweden match prediction and line-upsFrance are favourites to win the World Cup for a reason. They have such quality in their starting line-up and most of their squad players sitting on the bench are nearly as good. Their strength in depth is laughable. If the starting players aren’t doing the business, Didier Deschamps can turn to the likes of Rayan Cherki, Bradley Barcola, Jean-Philippe Mateta and Marcus Thuram.Sweden may have goals in them, but they also have defensive issues. With problems at the back, there is no worse team to be facing than France. I can only see a comfortable win for Les Bleus. Prediction: France 3-1 SwedenBack France to win in normal timeBoth teams to scoreFrance predictions: Expect France to stick with their 4-2-3-1 system. Centre-back William Saliba is likely to be recalled in one change to the starting line-up after the Arsenal defender was rested for France’s 4-1 win over Norway with a back problem. Elsewhere, Desire Doue is likely to keep his place in the front four alongside Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembele and Kylian Mbappe.Predicted XI: Maignan, Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, Hernandez, Tchouameni, Rabiot, Olise, Dembele, Doue, Mbappe.Sweden predictions: Sweden has settled on a 3-4-3 system as Graham Potter strives to get the best out of Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak. So far it seems to be paying off, with the duo scoring three goals and providing five assists between them in their three World Cup matches. Anthony Elanga got Sweden’s goal in their 1-1 draw with Japan, and he could be the surprise player to cause the French the most problems with his electrifying pace.Predicted XI: Zetterstrom, Lagerbielke, Lindelof, Gudmundsson, Bernhardsson, Bergvall, Ayari, Stroud, Elanga, Gyokeres, Isak.World Cup 2026 AI predictionsWorld Cup 2026 Top goalscorer oddsEngland to win World Cup 2026 oddsWorld Cup 2026: Best young player oddsAbout the authorDean EtheridgeDean Etheridge is an experienced freelance sports betting writer who specialises in football, cricket, and darts, with a keen focus on the Premier League and Champions League, as well as in-depth coverage of Premier League Darts and major tournaments. He can turn his hand to all aspects of the beautiful game and beyond, delivering expert analysis across a range of sports. He predominantly covers the Premier League and Champions League but can turn his hand to all aspects of the beautiful game. 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