Rasmus Hojlund cracked a joke on Christian Eriksen after the Manchester United midfielder scored a stunner for Denmark in a 2-1 win over Sweden.
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Denmark beat Sweden 2-1Eriksen scored the winnerHojlund takes a cheeky jibe at EriksenWHAT HAPPENED?
Eriksen showcased his brilliance once again, scoring a late winner to seal a narrow victory for Denmark against Sweden at a sold-out Parken Stadium on Wednesday. He had earlier set up Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg at the near post from a corner to give Denmark an early advantage.
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At 32 years of age, Eriksen remains a vital creative force for Denmark, orchestrating plays and maintaining control in the midfield. His presence was acutely felt in attack and his influence was crucial in keeping the Danish side composed and focused.
WHAT HOJLUND SAID
Hojlund, who has been in top form and is expected to be Denmark's leading striker at Euro 2024, couldn't resist making a playful remark about Eriksen's performance. Taking to Instagram, Hojlund joked, "When it’s 'take your dad to work day' and he outclassed you. Always nice to beat Sweden."
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Denmark will conclude their Euro 2024 preparations with a home game against Norway on Saturday. This match will serve as the final opportunity for the team to fine-tune their strategies and build cohesion before heading to Germany. In Euro 2024, Denmark will face tough competition in Group C, which includes Slovenia, England, and Serbia.