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Victor Lindelof Named Sweden's Player of the Year Ahead of Zlatan Ibrahimovic

Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof was crowned as Sweden's Player of the Year on Monday, beating former team-mate Zlatan Ibrahimovic to the prize.

Lindelof was recognised for his excellent performances at the 2018 FIFA World Cup as Sweden made a shock run to the quarter-finals. He has also made strides for the Red Devils recently after a difficult first season at Old Trafford following his move from Benfica in 2017.

"It means very much for me to receive this prize," Lindelof said after picking up the Guldbollen prize, per the United website.