Team Sweden at the 2027 WJC: Roster, Schedule, History & Predictions
Team Sweden enters the 2027 World Junior Championship on Canadian ice as a defending champion. The tournament runs from Dec 26, 2026, to Jan 5, 2027. After a historic gold victory at the previous tournament in Minnesota, USA, the team looks like a strong title contender.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | IIHF 2027 World Junior Championship |
| Dates | Dec 26, 2026 – Jan 5, 2027 |
| Team Group | A |
| Venue | Marchant Crane Centrium |
| Head Coach | Magnus Hävelid |
| General Manager | Anders Lundberg |
| Recent Medal | Gold in the 2026 Edition |
| WJC Gold Titles | 3 |
| Last Update | Oct 13, 2026 |
This Team Sweden 2027 World Junior Championship page covers the schedule, projected roster, key players, history, strengths, weaknesses, and our expert predictions for this edition.
Sweden’s Schedule at the 2027 World Juniors
Team Sweden is in Group A and will play all preliminary-round games at the Marchant Crane Centrium. They will face USA, Finland, Germany, and Slovakia in the group stage. See the full tournament schedule, including dates and times, on our schedule page.
| Date | Opponent | Time (MT) | Time (ET) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 26, 2026 | Finland | 2:30 PM | 4:30 PM | Marchant Crane Centrium, Red Deer |
| Dec 27, 2026 | Slovakia | 2:30 PM | 4:30 PM | Marchant Crane Centrium, Red Deer |
| Dec 29, 2026 | Germany | 7:30 PM | 9:30 PM | Marchant Crane Centrium, Red Deer |
| Dec 31, 2026 | USA | 7:30 PM | 9:30 PM | Marchant Crane Centrium, Red Deer |
Complete Team Sweden Roster for 2027
The official 25-player roster for the 2027 tournament is expected to be released in early December by Head Coach Magnus Hävelid and General Manager Anders Lundberg. Below the roster is our projection based on the 2026 gold medal team, the summer showcase camp, and expert analysis. It’s not the official announcement.
The projected roster includes up to 14 players from the 2026 gold roster. But final availability depends on NHL club releases. Our experts project the forward group, defense, and goaltending.
Forward
| Player | Pos | Shoots | Height | Weight | Current Team | NHL Rights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eddie Genborg | LW/RW | L | 6’2″ | 198 lbs | Grand Rapids (AHL) | Detroit Red Wings (2025, R2 #44) |
| Viggo Björck | C/RW | R | 5’9″ | 181 lbs | Winnipeg Jets (NHL) | Winnipeg Jets (2026, R1 #8) |
| Viktor Klingsell | LW | L | 5’10” | 187 lbs | Kalmar HC (Allsvenskan) | Winnipeg Jets (2025, R5 #156) |
| Elton Hermansson | RW/LW | R | 6’1″ | 183 lbs | MoDo Hockey (Allsvenskan) | Los Angeles Kings (2026, R1 #19) |
| Alexander Command | C | L | 6’1″ | 196 lbs | Örebro HK (SHL) | New Jersey Devils (2026, R1 #12) |
| Marcus Nordmark | LW/RW | L | 6’2″ | 190 lbs | London Knights (OHL) | Anaheim Ducks (2026, R1 #28) |
| Theo Stockselius | C/LW | L | 6’3″ | 196 lbs | Djurgårdens IF (SHL) | Calgary Flames (2025, R2 #54) |
| Milton Gästrin | C/LW | L | 6’1″ | 194 lbs | Brynäs IF (SHL) | St. Louis Blues (2025, R2 #37) |
| Jakob Ihs-Wozniak | RW/C | R | 6’3″ | 190 lbs | Luleå HF (SHL) | Vegas Golden Knights (2025, R2 #55) |
| Loke Krantz | RW | R | 6’1″ | 194 lbs | Linköping HC (SHL) | Seattle Kraken (2025, R7 #218) |
| Eric Nilson | C/RW | R | 6’0″ | 170 lbs | Michigan State (NCAA) | Anaheim Ducks (2025, R2 #45) |
| Casper Juustovaara Karlsson | C/LW | L | 5’9″ | 168 lbs | Luleå HF (SHL) | 2027 Draft Eligible |
| Gustav Hillström | C | R | 6’2″ | 181 lbs | Brynäs IF (SHL) | New Jersey Devils (2025, R4 #114) |
| Bosse Meijer | C | L | 5’10” | 168 lbs | Frölunda HC (SHL) | 2027 Draft Eligible |
Defensemen
| Player | Pos | Shoots | Height | Weight | Current Team | NHL Rights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sascha Boumedienne | D | L | 6’3″ | 198 lbs | Ohio State University (NCAA) | Winnipeg Jets (2025, R1 #28) |
| Malte Gustafsson | D | L | 6’4″ | 203 lbs | HV71 (SHL) | NY Islanders (2026, R1 #13) |
| William Håkansson | D | L | 6’4″ | 207 lbs | Luleå HF (SHL) | Carolina Hurricanes (2026, R2 #51) |
| Linus Funck | D | R | 6’3″ | 194 lbs | Oshawa Generals (OHL) | Colorado Avalanche (2025, R4 #118) |
| Gabriel Eliasson | D | L | 6’7″ | 220 lbs | Belleville Senators (AHL) | Ottawa Senators (2024, R2 #39) |
| Måns Gudmundsson | D | R | 6’3″ | 185 lbs | Färjestad BK (SHL) | Toronto Maple Leafs (2026, R3 #76) |
| Axel Elofsson | D | R | 5’10” | 170 lbs | IK Oskarshamn (Allsvenskan) | Colorado Avalanche (2026, R4 #128) |
| Theodor Knights | D | L | 6’4″ | 207 lbs | MoDo Hockey (Allsvenskan) | Utah Mammoth (2026, R5 #130) |
Goaltenders
| Player | Catches | Height | Weight | Current Team | NHL Rights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Love Härenstam | L | 6’2″ | 192 lbs | Södertälje SK (Allsvenskan) | St. Louis Blues (2025, R6 #179) |
| Måns Goos | L | 6’5″ | 198 lbs | BIK Karlskoga (Allsvenskan) | Dallas Stars (2025, R5 #158) |
| Isak Sörqvist | L | 6’1″ | 179 lbs | Vimmerby HC (Allsvenskan) | 2027 Draft Eligible |
Coaching And Management Staff
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| General Manager | Anders Lundberg |
| Team Manager | Christer Siik |
| Head Coach | Magnus Hävelid |
| Assistant Coach | Gereon Dahlgren |
| Assistant Coach | Nicklas Grossmann |
| Goaltending Coach | TBD (Selection Camp) |
| Video Coach | TBD (Selection Camp) |
| Performance Coach | Johan Forsberg |
| Equipment Manager | Daniel Nilsson |
| Team Doctor | Dr. Jakob Reigo |
| Physiotherapist | Christoffer Brickarp |
Projected Line Combination
The lineup given below is our projection for Team Sweden. That is not official. The final lineup will be decided in early December after selection camp.
Projected Forward Line
Defensive Pairing
Goaltender Depth Chart
Key Players to Watch
Viggo Björck (C – Winnipeg Jets)
Björck is Sweden’s top-line center and biggest star. Winnipeg drafted him 8th overall in 2026. If he is released from the NHL, he can dominate the tournament.
Love Härenstam (G – St. Louis Blues)
Härenstam is the returning goaltender of the 2026 gold squad. He went 6-0 with a .911 save percentage in Minnesota. St. Louis picked him in the sixth round in 2025. His calm presence settles the whole team.
Sascha Boumedienne (D – Winnipeg Jets)
Boumedienne is Sweden’s number-one defenseman. He is also returning to the 2026 squad and currently plays for Ohio State (NCAA). Winnipeg selected him 28th overall in 2025. His two-way game drives play from the blue line.
Alexander Command (C – New Jersey Devils)
Command is Sweden’s projected second-line center with size and skill. New Jersey drafted him 12th overall in 2026.
Theo Stockselius (C/LW – Calgary Flames)
Calgary picked him 54th overall in 2025. Stockselius becomes Sweden’s first-line center if Björck stays in the NHL.
Eddie Genborg (LW/RW – Detroit Red Wings)
Genborg is Sweden’s projected top-line winger, now in North America with Grand Rapids. Detroit picked him 44th overall in 2025 and signed him to an entry-level deal.
Team Sweden Strengths & Weaknesses
Every team has some strengths and weaknesses. Below are Team Sweden’s
Strengths
Weaknesses
Sweden at Previous World Juniors (History)
Team Sweden is one of the most decorated teams in world junior hockey history. They have won 3 gold, 12 silver, and 7 bronze medals in WJC history. They won a gold medal in the previous edition in the USA.
| Year | Finish |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Gold Medal |
| 2025 | 4th Place |
| 2024 | Silver |
| 2023 | 4th Place |
| 2022 | Bronze Medal |
| 2021 | 5th (quarterfinal exit) |
| 2020 | Bronze Medal |
Prediction About Sweden Team in the 2027 edition
Sweden enters the 2027 edition as the defending champion and a strong gold contender. Up to fourteen players may return from the 2026 squad. If the NHL releases key players, then Sweden has strong chances to defend their title. The returnee core knows exactly what it takes to win this tournament. We predict Sweden will reach the gold-medal game.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Sweden enters the 2027 World Junior Championship as the defending champion, with a strong team structure and proven goaltending. They will face Finland, Slovakia, Germany, and the USA in the group stage. If the NHL releases their key players, Sweden is a top contender for gold. December will reveal the final roster and true title chances.
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