Sweden has officially announced its 25-man roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, marking the return of NHL players to the Olympic stage for the first time since 2014. The announcement, made on January 2, 2026, has stirred excitement among fans as Sweden aims to capture its third Olympic gold medal and tenth overall.

Forwards

The forward lineup boasts a wealth of talent, featuring a mix of established stars and emerging playmakers. Jesper Bratt, Leo Carlsson, and Joel Eriksson Ek are among the forwards named to the team. Filip Forsberg, Pontus Holmberg, Adrian Kempe, Gabriel Landeskog, Elias Lindholm, William Nylander, Elias Pettersson, Rickard Rakell, Lucas Raymond, Alex Wennberg, and Mika Zibanejad round out the forward group.

Notably absent from the roster compared to the 4 Nations Face-Off are William Karlsson (due to injury), Gustav Nyquist, and Viktor Arvidsson. Replacing them are Landeskog, who was previously injured, along with Holmberg and Wennberg. The team is banking on its offensive firepower, with players like Raymond, Bratt, Forsberg, Nylander, and Kempe expected to lead the charge on the wings. The emergence of Carlsson positions him as a potential top-line center.

Defensemen

The defensive corps features a blend of offensive prowess and defensive solidity. Rasmus Andersson, Philip Broberg, Jonas Brodin, and Rasmus Dahlin will anchor the blue line. Joining them are Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Gustav Forsling, Victor Hedman, and Erik Karlsson. Broberg and Ekman-Larsson impressed the Swedish management, securing their spots on the team. Ekman-Larsson, a silver medalist from the 2014 Sochi Olympics, brings valuable experience to the team. Hampus Lindholm and Mattias Ekholm were not included on the roster.

Goaltenders

Sweden will be relying on a strong goaltending trio consisting of Filip Gustavsson, Jacob Markstrom, and Jesper Wallstedt. Notably, both Minnesota Wild goaltenders, Gustavsson and Wallstedt, have been selected. Wallstedt's impressive NHL rookie season earned him a spot on the Olympic roster.

The Swedish team is aiming for a strong showing at the 2026 Winter Olympics, leveraging a mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars. The team was given until December 31, 2025, to finalize their roster. With the tournament commencing on February 11, 2026, fans eagerly anticipate seeing how this talented group will perform on the international stage.