Sven

Sven is a documentary that explores the professional achievements and personal struggles of football manager Sven-Göran Eriksson. The film follows his rise to prominence within European football while addressing his diagnosis of incurable cancer, which became public knowledge in early 2024. Through reflections on his life in sports, Eriksson shares his passion for the game and offers a final message about the importance of smiling and living life to the fullest.

Directed by Claudia Corbisiero and produced by Chris Grubb and Drew Masters, the film was produced in the United Kingdom by Whisper and Up and Away Film Entertainment. The documentary features appearances by Eriksson himself alongside other figures from the football world, including David Beckham, Wayne Rooney, Roberto Mancini, Neil Wallis, and Kasper Schmeichel. With a runtime of 126 minutes, the project was made with a budget of 2 million USD.