LIVESTREAM IFAF Men’s Euros: Czech Rep. @ Sweden, Aug. 2, 13:00 CET (1 pm, 7 am ET)
Sweden and the Czech Republic will face off for the first time in IFAF senior men’s national team history Saturday, battling for a spot in the 2024/25 IFAF Men’s European Championship’s 5th-place decider at Karlskoga’s 5,600-seat Nobelstadion.
Historical context
Neither nation has met previously at this level, adding intrigue to the placement game. Sweden enters with a 6-4 record over its last 10 international contests, including a pivotal 20-19 Group D win over Great Britain that secured second place. The Czech Republic stunned France 14-7 on the road during group play, finishing second in Group A behind unbeaten Finland.
Venue spotlight
The Nobelstadion in Karlskoga marks a milestone as the first Swedish-hosted American football national team game at this venue. The 1 PM CET kickoff offers Sweden home-field advantage in a matchup critical for momentum ahead of the 2025 medal rounds.
Watch live. Czech Rep. @ Sweden, Aug. 2, 13:00 CET (1 pm, 7 am ET)
Coaching perspective
Sweden head coach Björn Mazetti emphasized preparedness: “We have great respect for the Czechs and are prepared to meet them with our best effort.” His squad aims to leverage its +252 all-time point differential (1,670 scored vs. 1,418 conceded) in 81 senior team games.
Path to placement
A victory for Sweden would advance them to the 5th-place game against the Denmark-Hungary winner. The Czech Republic, buoyed by their road upset of France, seeks to build on Group A performances that included a narrow 28-6 loss to Finland.
Statistical overview
- Sweden: 45-36 all-time record (55% win rate)
- Czech Republic: Group A runner-up with 2-1 record (wins over France, loss to Finland)
- Key group result: Sweden 20-19 Great Britain; Czech Republic 14-7 France
Saturday’s winner moves one step closer to securing Europe’s top non-medal position, while the loser contests 7th place.
Watch live. Czech Rep. @ Sweden, Aug. 2, 13:00 CET (1 pm, 7 am ET)
