It was previously announced that the former striker of the Swedish national team has been chosen as one of the torchbearers and will participate in the opening of the Olympic Games. On his page on the social network X, he signed a photo with the torch and the mascots of the competition with the phrase "Soon...", tagging the official account of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Zlatan ended his professional football career in the summer of 2023. The Winter Olympic Games will take place in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo from February 6 to 22. Athletes from Russia will be allowed to participate under a neutral status and in a limited number.
