June 22 (Reuters) - Sweden ⁠coach Graham Potter gave an impassioned statement of support for captain and centre ⁠back Isak Hien, who came in for severe criticism following Saturday's 5-1 World ‌Cup Group F defeat by the Netherlands.

The first three goals the Swedes conceded against the Dutch all came from balls driven across the face of goal, prompting criticism of Hien's defending.