However, relentless Swedish pressure told after 57 minutes when Fredrik Ljungberg passed to Kallstrom, who swept the ball home left-footed from 20 meters.

CNN: Victory gives Sweden finals place

Larsson had been disappointed with his performance against England but believes his partnership with fellow talisman Fredrik Ljungberg, of Arsenal, is beginning to blossom.

BBC: Old Firm pair in showdown

Nilsson, Sweden's oldest player at 37, slotted home for only his second goal in 111 internationals after Fredrik Ljungberg was tripped in the area.

BBC: Nilsson salvages draw for Swedes