Sweden’s national football team is set to compete in the World Cup, with their first match against Tunisia scheduled for 4:00 AM local time Sunday night/Monday morning. Swedish newspaper *Dagens Nyheter* (DN) surveyed 18 prominent Swedish figures – celebrities and public personalities – regarding their plans for watching the game and their predictions for the outcome. The responses varied, offering a range of perspectives on how the team will perform in its opening match. DN will be publishing the full collection of predictions and viewing plans. The article aims to gauge public excitement and anticipation surrounding the national team’s participation in the tournament. This initial match marks the beginning of Sweden’s World Cup journey, and the responses reflect national interest in the event. The survey provides a snapshot of Swedish public opinion ahead of the competition.