Veteran Goalkeeper Robin Olsen Retires From Sweden National Team After Disagreement With Coach Jon Dahl Tomasson

Veteran Sweden goalkeeper Robin Olsen has retired from international soccer following a decision by national team coach Jon Dahl Tomasson to appoint a new first-choice goalkeeper. Olsen, who recently joined Malmö FF, made a critical error in a World Cup qualifier draw against Slovenia, which, along with a subsequent loss to Kosovo, led Tomasson to replace him with Viktor Johansson. Olsen expressed in an interview that he did not want to work under Tomasson's leadership, prompting his immediate retirement. The Swedish soccer federation and national team manager Stefan Pettersson acknowledged Olsen's significant contributions and expressed regret over his departure. Tomasson is expected to announce the squad for upcoming qualifiers without Olsen's inclusion. The situation has drawn strong reactions in Denmark, where some speculate Tomasson's position as coach may be under pressure due to this controversy.