Kulusevski Declares Swift Return, Urges swedish Team to “Play as men” in World Cup qualifier
STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN – Dejan Kulusevski, sidelined with an injury, today expressed unwavering confidence in a rapid return to play, targeting a comeback within “2-3 months” if recovery proceeds as planned. The Tottenham Hotspur forward shared his optimistic outlook while speaking to media ahead of joining the swedish national team for their upcoming World Cup qualifier against Slovenia.
Kulusevski’s statement arrives amidst his omission from Tottenham’s Champions League squad, a setback he downplayed while emphasizing his continued drive.”Status is great. I wake up every day with the same hunger,” he stated, signaling his commitment to regaining full fitness. The anticipated timeline positions Kulusevski for potential participation in crucial matches later this season, offering a significant boost to both Tottenham and Sweden‘s ambitions.
Despite his current physical limitations, Kulusevski has been called up for international duty, underscoring his importance to the swedish squad. he acknowledged Slovenia’s strength, noting their remarkable run to the quarterfinals of last year’s European Championship. “We have some players who are missing,but we must not underestimate Slovenia,” Kulusevski cautioned. He then issued a rallying cry to his teammates: “I want to see that we play as men every second.”
Looking ahead, Kulusevski voiced strong belief in Sweden’s ability to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, hosted jointly by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. ”It’s time, now it’s the right time to play the World Cup and make a good World Cup. It will be an unbelievable summer,” he predicted. The qualifier against Slovenia marks the beginning of Sweden’s campaign to secure a place in the tournament.