World Cup 1950 : Sweden beats Spain 3-1 to claim World Cup third place
SãO PAULO, Jul. 16, 1950 (AMP) — Brazil 50 : Sweden defeated Spain by a score of 3-1 (halftime: 2-0), in a World Cup second round game (Final Round Group) on Sunday afternoon at the Pacaembu Stadium.
Sweden dominated the first half thanks to goals from Sundqvist ('15) and Mellberg ('33). Leading 2-0 at the break, the Swedishs further widened their lead in the second period with a goal by Palmér with just 10 minutes remaining in regulation time.
Sweden finished third in the 1950 FIFA World Cup, while Spain took the fourth place.Fixtures and Results : Final Round Group
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Overview
Sweden at the World Cup
- 3 appearances (first in 1934)
- 3 participations in the qualifications (first in 1934)
- Statistics: Fourth Place (1938)
Spain at the World Cup
- 2 appearance (1934)
- 2 participations in the qualifications (first in 1934)
Sweden
3:1
Spain
3:1 (2:0)
- 16 July 1950
- 15:00
- São Paulo
Final Round Group
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
 Uruguay | 5 |
 Brazil | 4 |
| Sweden | 2 |
| Spain | 1 |
Matches
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