Graham Potter insisted his Sweden side will learn a lot from their 5-1 thrashing at the hands of the Netherlands in Houston. The English head coach opted to focus on the positives after a pummelling against Oranje that saw Anthony Elanga net a consolation goal after braces from Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo had put the Dutch in a commanding position. Crysencio Summerville netted a fifth late on, with Sweden becoming the first team to have lost their second World Cup game by four goals after winning their opening match 5-1 against Tunisia by the same margin.Obviously [Im] really disappointed. I thought we did lots of good things in the game, Potter said. But obviously defensively you cant concede that many and hope to win. But well learn a lot from them. Were playing against a good team.We have to accept itPotter, formerly of Brighton, Chelsea and West Ham, highlighted the spirit shown by his players, and insisted the defeat would be one his team would reflect on. He added: The boys kept going, in fairness to them, they kept going, but it was one of those things well learn a lot from. Sometimes you have to have these experiences. I think it was that type of game. We have to accept it and learn from it.Next up for Sweden is a trip to Dallas to face Japan knowing that avoiding defeat would put Potters men in a great position to reach the last 32. Topics Graham Potter Netherlands National Football Team Sweden men's national football team World Cup 2026 Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read World Cup 2026: Netherlands 5-1 Sweden report, result, goals as Oranje claim victory in style 101 GreatGoals 20th June, 2026 World Cup 2026 live: Germany vs Ivory Coast confirmed teams and full line ups as Die Mannschaft eye top-spot 101 GreatGoals 20th June, 2026 Netherlands lead against Sweden as Ronald Koemans one line-up change pays off 101 GreatGoals 20th June, 2026 LIVE Netherlands v Sweden: Commentary, updates, goals and stats Jon Fisher 19th June, 2026 World Cup 2026 live: Netherlands vs Sweden confirmed teams and full line ups for fascinating Group F clash 101 GreatGoals 20th June, 2026 World Cup 2026: Full fixtures, dates, games, schedule and results from FIFA football finals Ben Miller 20th June, 2026
