A report says Zetterstrom featured in Sweden’s final two matches, against Japan and France. Although the team did not advance as far as hoped, the goalkeeper was praised for his performances and now appears to have strengthened his claim for a more established role internationally.
His pride was clear when he added: “Estou muito, muito orgulhoso. Você sempre quer vencer os jogos, foi uma pena não termos avançado, mas é uma experiência que vou levar para o resto da vida.”
The tournament also offered Zetterstrom a different kind of education: major venues, demanding conditions and the pressure of representing his country on football’s biggest stage. That experience could prove valuable during a long and demanding domestic season.
Derby reportedly finished outside the promotion places last season, leaving Eustace’s squad with little room for inconsistency in the campaign ahead. A goalkeeper returning with fresh international confidence could provide calm at the back, particularly when matches are decided by narrow margins.
Zetterstrom’s own focus remains firmly on improvement. “No futebol internacional, agora que vivi isso, quero viver muito mais,” he said, while also stressing how pleased he was to be back with his club teammates.
For Derby, the next test is turning that ambition into collective momentum. As pre-season develops, attention will turn to whether Zetterstrom can carry his Sweden form into the Championship and help transform another promotion bid into a genuine challenge for the top flight.