Sweden defeated Poland 3-2 in a World Cup qualifier that exposed defensive fragility despite Sweden's superior efficiency. Both sides deployed a 3-4-2-1 shape, yet Poland dominated possession and chances, registering 15 shots with seven on target compared to Sweden's nine shots and five on target. Sweden's clinical finishing proved decisive: they converted chances worth just 1.5 xG into three goals, while Poland's 1.36 xG return yielded only two, with Viktor Gyokeres and Nicola Zalewski each scoring once. Sweden's goalkeeper faced significant pressure, posting a 40 per cent save percentage while conceding 3.0 post-shot expected goals, suggesting Poland created presentable opportunities throughout. The hosts' narrow victory came despite being outshot and suggests tactical discipline rather than dominance, though Poland's profligacy in the final third ultimately cost them. Sweden's win maintains their qualification momentum despite defensive concerns.