World Cup Qualifier: Slovenia and Sweden Play Out 2-2 Draw

Sweden's win streak ends as Slovenia secures late equalizer

Sweden's six-match winning streak came to an end as Slovenia secured a late equalizer in their 2-2 draw. They played out a thrilling draw in their World Cup qualifier match.

Sweden regained the lead in the 73rd minute when Yasin Ayari bundled the ball home from close range...

Slovenia and Sweden played out a 2-2 draw in their World Cup qualifier match at the Stadion Stožice in Ljubljana. Yasin Ayari scored a goal and provided an assist for Sweden, but Zan Vipotnik's late equalizer in the 90th minute denied Sweden a win. Despite Sweden's strong recent form with six wins in their last seven games, Slovenia started the match positively and had an early chance to take the lead.

Benjamin Sesko delivered a precise pass to Petar Stojanovic inside the penalty box, but Stojanovic failed to capitalize on the opportunity. His air shot allowed the visiting team to clear the ball, and Slovenia couldn't take advantage of the scoring chance.

Sweden seized the opportunity and punished Slovenia's miss. Anthony Elanga scored his fifth international goal with a composed finish, linking up well with Ayari inside the penalty area. Elanga's clinical strike gave Sweden the upper hand in the match.

Slovenia took advantage of a mistake by Malmö goalkeeper Robin Olsen to level the score just 36 seconds into the second half. Sandi Lovric's long-range shot was mishandled by Olsen, who allowed the ball to slip through his fingers, gifting Slovenia a crucial equalizer.

Olsen's mistake proved costly for Sweden, as Slovenia capitalized on the error to level the score. Lovric's speculative effort from 25 yards out was expected to be an easy save, but Olsen's fumble allowed Slovenia to draw level and change the momentum of the game.

Sweden regained the lead in the 73rd minute when Yasin Ayari bundled the ball home from close range. Although the goal wasn't aesthetically pleasing, the Swedish fans were thrilled with the development, giving their team a boost.

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In a thrilling turn of events, Slovenia scored a dramatic equalizer in the 90th minute. Swansea City forward Zan Vipotnik smashed the ball into the net, securing a crucial point for Matjaz Kek's side and denying Sweden a win. The late goal capped off an intense match for both teams.

Key Moments in the Match

• Slovenia's early chances: Slovenia had a promising start, with an opportunity to score within the first four minutes.

• Yasin Ayari's contribution: Ayari scored a goal and provided an assist for Sweden, showcasing his skills on the field.

• Zan Vipotnik's equalizer: Vipotnik's 90th-minute goal secured a point for Slovenia, highlighting his impact on the game.

Both teams earned a point from the match, which will be crucial in their World Cup qualification campaign.