Swedish men's cross-country skiing is currently experiencing a significant crisis as they prepare for the concluding 50 km event. The team's largest star, Edvin Anger, has withdrawn, prompting concerns over the team's ability to perform. Commentator Patrik Brenning described the situation as 'chaotic,' reflecting the uncertainty and challenges the team faces while trying to finalize their roster for this critical event.

Originally, the selection of the team for the 50 km race was supposed to take place on Thursday. However, this announcement was delayed due to growing uncertainty about which athletes would be able to compete in this final Olympic race. The Swedish skiing management eventually released their lineup, which includes William Poromaa, Calle Halfvarsson, Gustaf Berglund, and sprinter Johan Häggström. Yet, the absence of Anger, a prominent figure in the team, raises alarms regarding their potential performance at the Olympics.

In a desperate attempt to bolster the team, Swedish media reported that 19-year-old Alvar Myhlback was called up to join the squad. However, the circumstances leading to this decision highlight the difficulties faced by the team's management in assembling a competitive group for the thousands of spectators expected to cheer them on. The state of chaos was described as a stark contrast to their hope of achieving success at the Olympics, thus underlining the struggles of Swedish cross-country skiing in a critical moment.