Tottenham Hotspur have now received a big fitness boost as Lucas Bergvall declares himself ready to start after several cameos off the bench.
The international break is already in full swing, and soon every country involved in World Cup qualifying games will find out their fate.
Several Tottenham players are set to play their qualifying match finals, including Guglielmo Vicario and Lucas Bergvall.
Unfortunately, Ben Davies was sent crashing out alongside Radu Dragusin following their sides’ defeats in the semi-final round, with Bosnia and Herzegovina and Turkiye knocking out Wales and Romania, respectively.
Lucas Bergvall is feeling fit ahead of Tottenham run-in
Sweden is now gearing up for their final clash with Poland after their 3-1 win over Ukraine, while Italy will face Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Bergvall, who only returned from injury this month, will be hoping he can help his side get over the line in that final tie. His minutes have been managed since his return, with the midfielder featuring for just 13 minutes against Ukraine.
Speaking to Fotbollskanalen after the match, Bergvall addressed his early return from injury and his recovery process, admitting it has been a challenge. He said: “It’s been tough. But it was incredibly fun to be back and that we won.
“Yes, it went quickly. But it’s hard to say when you get an injury like that. It varies from person to person how quickly it goes. I was lucky to get back in time.”
Spurs will ned Bergvall over the next seven games
The Tottenham Hotspur midfielder also spoke about his main objective during recovery, which was to return to the national team squad.
He said: “Yes, that is the way it is. And this was the goal. Getting back to the national team squad. I think most people counted me out when I got that injury. I just tried to rehabilitate as quickly as possible and get back.”
Looking ahead to Sweden’s decisive clash, Bergvall made it clear he feels ready to start if called upon. He said, “It’s up to the coach but I’m ready.”
He also reacted to praise from Graham Potter, who described him as “super important” to the national team, admitting it was pleasing to hear.
Bergvall added: “Did he say that about me? First of all, it’s incredibly fun to hear him say that. I’m just trying to come here and help the team as best I can now after the injury. Contribute what I can so that we can get to the World Cup.”