Ireland’s group rivals Sweden and Belgium both score three in victories

Belgium came from behind to beat Norway at home.

Ireland’s group rivals Sweden and Belgium both score three in victories

Sweden recorded a comfortable 3-0 victory over Wales in Stockholm as preparations ahead of Euro 2016 continued.

Strikes from Emil Forsberg in the 40th minute, Mikael Lustig in the 57th and substitute John Guidetti three minutes from time sealed the triumph for the hosts, who open their European Championship campaign against the Republic of Ireland on June 13.

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