Gyokeres scores in seventh straight Nations League game as Sweden win 1-0 in Romania to top Group B4

Viktor Gyökeres kept up his remarkable scoring run in the UEFA Nations League on Monday, netting the only goal as Sweden won 1-0 against Romania in Bucharest. The win keeps Graham Potter's side unbeaten and two points clear at the top of League B Group B4.

The match at the Arena Națională kicked off at 8.45pm Central European time on 5 October, or 2.45am on Tuesday in Malaysia.

An early goal and a long-awaited clean sheet

Sweden struck in the opening quarter of an hour. Sebastian Nanasi's shot came back off the woodwork, and Gyökeres reacted quickest to put the rebound away. It was his fourth goal of this Nations League campaign and means he has now scored in seven consecutive Nations League matches for Sweden.

Romania could not find a way back, and the result also ended a long wait at the other end. Sweden had gone 18 matches without a clean sheet, 13 of them under Potter, before shutting Romania out.

Gyökeres kept it simple afterwards, saying: "It feels good." He was also candid about Sweden's work without the ball, noting that the team had not pressed well enough at times. Sweden played their four group games in 11 days while dealing with injuries and illness in the squad, so taking 10 points from 12 was a solid return.

Group B4 table

After four matches, Sweden lead with 10 points from three wins and a draw. Bosnia and Herzegovina are second on eight points after beating Poland 1-0 on Monday, which leaves Poland on four points. Romania are bottom without a point and with a goal difference of minus 10, so relegation to League C is a growing threat.

With two rounds left in November, Sweden are well placed to win the group and earn promotion to League A for the next edition.

Late winner for Hungary, stalemate for Northern Ireland

In Group B2, Hungary beat Ukraine 2-1, with Márk Csinger scoring the decisive goal in the 85th minute. Northern Ireland and Georgia played out a goalless draw in the same group.

In League C, Cyprus beat Latvia 2-1 and Montenegro drew 0-0 with Armenia.

What it means for Premier League fans

Gyökeres's form will be watched closely in England, where he plays his club football for Arsenal. With the Premier League returning this weekend, a confident striker coming off another international goal is a welcome sign for his club, especially during an international break in which several Premier League players have picked up injuries.

The league phase of the Nations League wraps up with matchdays five and six from 12 to 17 November 2026. Group winners in League B are promoted to League A.

Key takeaways

• Sweden beat Romania 1-0 in Bucharest through an early Viktor Gyökeres goal.
• Gyökeres has now scored in seven straight Nations League matches.
• Sweden kept their first clean sheet in 18 games and lead Group B4 with 10 points.
• Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Poland 1-0 to sit second on eight points.
• Hungary won 2-1 in Ukraine thanks to Márk Csinger's 85th-minute goal.

FAQ

Who scored for Sweden against Romania? Viktor Gyökeres, who followed up after Sebastian Nanasi's shot hit the woodwork early in the first half.

Who coaches Sweden? Graham Potter, the former Chelsea and Brighton manager.

When do Sweden play next in the Nations League? The final two league-phase matchdays take place between 12 and 17 November 2026.

Sources: UEFA, beIN Sports, Sweden Herald, Associated Press (via Japan Today)