The Swedish men's cross-country ski teams concluded their Olympic campaign with a disappointing performance, failing to secure any medals for the third consecutive time. Despite the efforts of the athletes and the coaching staff, the reasons for the team's lack of success remain unclear, prompting a thorough evaluation in the aftermath of the games held in Italy. Truls Gisselman's seventh-place finish in the skiathlon was the best result for the Swedish team at the Tesero ski stadium, marking a historic low compared to previous Olympics.

The underwhelming results overshadowed the performances of other athletes, with questions arising about the preparation and support provided to the team. Gustaf Berglund was noted as the best-performing Swedish athlete, though his placement was still disappointing. Calle Halfvarsson and Johan Häggström struggled early in their respective races, unable to match the level of competition. In stark contrast, Norwegian athletes dominated the events, continuing a trend seen throughout these championships, with Johannes Høsflot Klæbo winning a remarkable six gold medals - a feat that has many considering him the greatest skier of all time.

This performance has significant implications for Swedish skiing, as the failure to attain medals raises questions about the future direction of the team and its development programs. The historical context reveals that previous low points, such as the two sixth-place finishes in Lillehammer in 1994, have now been surpassed with even poorer results in the current Olympics. As the Swedish ski community engages in reflection and restructuring, the contrasting achievements of Norway underline the need for strategic changes to enhance performance in future competitions.