Group F | Africa
Tunisia at the 2026 World Cup
A defence-first Tunisia side relying on Skhiri's tempo control while still searching for a convincing No.9.
Watch for Tunisia early read: whether Skhiri is setting the tempo or Tunisia are simply clearing pressure.
Story
Tunisia's card is not about fireworks; it is about whether a stubborn defensive identity can hide the attacking shortage.
Tactical cue
Tunisia early read: whether Skhiri is setting the tempo or Tunisia are simply clearing pressure.
Squad, fixtures, manager, tactics, and match outlook
This page tracks Tunisia's World Cup 2026 squad shape, group fixtures, manager context, tactical profile, and key players to watch. Start with the story, then check the tactical cue and player cue against the next match.
Qualification and bracket path
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Overview
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Tunisia are heading to a seventh World Cup and third straight finals appearance, still trying to reach the knockout stage for the first time. Their 2026 qualification campaign was notably strong and defensively stingy.
Trophy
Finals
Third Place
Best Finish
Group stage (1978, 1998, 2002, 2006, 2018, 2022)
 | Head CoachSabri Lamouchi |
Age: 54Joined: January 2026Exp: 9 yrs Club / 3 yrs Country | |
| Coaching Philosophy Very limited prep time; relies on Tunisia's traditional defensive caution, low blocks, and wingers stretching the play. | |
| Key Achievements +Won 12 caps for France but was left out of their 1998 World Cup squad. Qualified Ivory Coast for the 2014 World Cup. | |
 | Hannibal Mejbri | |
Age: 23Exp: 5 yrs Club / 5 yrs Country | ||
Current ClubBurnley | 🛡️ | |
 | Ellyes Skhiri | |
Age: 31Exp: 11 yrs Club / 11 yrs Country | ||
Current ClubEintracht Frankfurt | 🛡️ | |
OR | Omar Rekik | |
Age: 24Exp: 4 yrs Club / 5 yrs Country | ||
Current ClubMaribor |  | |
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Very limited prep time; relies on Tunisia's traditional defensive caution, low blocks, and wingers stretching the play.
Tactics
◆ Tactical Analysis ◆
Attack
Tunisia struggled to generate consistent attacking threats throughout the tournament, failing to create clear-cut chances from open play. Their only offensive success came via set-piece situations, specifically through a corner-kick redirection and a headed cross.
Key Strength
Tunisia demonstrated a consistent ability to generate scoring opportunities from set-piece situations, successfully converting a corner kick against the Netherlands and finding the net via a header from a cross against Sweden. This capacity to threaten from dead-ball deliveries remained the team's most reliable offensive outlet throughout the tournament.
Defence
Tunisia's defense struggled significantly throughout the tournament, conceding 12 goals across three matches while failing to record a single clean sheet. The backline was plagued by recurring individual errors, including multiple own goals and lapses in possession that consistently left the goalkeeper exposed.
Fatal Weakness
Tunisia's defensive structure collapsed under pressure, characterized by recurring individual errors and a failure to manage basic clearances. This lack of composure directly contributed to multiple own goals and high-frequency defensive lapses that left the team unable to contain opposition attacks.
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Squad
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Schedule
Fixtures List
Stats
🥅 Attack & Offence
0.7/match
6 SOT
3.0/match
3.0/match
Goals/Shots
📐 Build-up & Possession
775/983 completed
9/36 completed
60/156 completed
🛡️ Defence & Goalkeeping
4.0/match
0 matches
37/56 tackles won
9.3/match
Effective
Shots blocked
🟨 Cards & Discipline
9.0/match
Data provided by FootieGuide research is for fan guide context. Verification source: ESPN API.
🥅 Attack & Offence
0.7/match
6 SOT
3.0/match
3.0/match
Goals/Shots
📐 Build-up & Possession
775/983 completed
9/36 completed
60/156 completed
🛡️ Defence & Goalkeeping
4.0/match
0 matches
37/56 tackles won
9.3/match
Effective
Shots blocked
🟨 Cards & Discipline
9.0/match
Data provided by FootieGuide research is for fan guide context. Verification source: ESPN API.
News
🛰️ External Headlines (Radar)
🩹 Injuries & Availability
Goalkeeper uncertainty and a weak No.9 position can make even well-controlled matches feel fragile.
📝 Recent Warm-up Reports
🗣️ Manager Profile & Press
“Very limited prep time; relies on Tunisia's traditional defensive caution, low blocks, and wingers stretching the play.”
📋 Squad Context
Projected pre-tournament XI; 11 of 11 names match the June 2026 player snapshot. Final matchday selection still requires confirmation.
🛰️ External Headlines (Radar)
🩹 Injuries & Availability
Goalkeeper uncertainty and a weak No.9 position can make even well-controlled matches feel fragile.
📝 Recent Warm-up Reports
🗣️ Manager Profile & Press
“Very limited prep time; relies on Tunisia's traditional defensive caution, low blocks, and wingers stretching the play.”
📋 Squad Context
Projected pre-tournament XI; 11 of 11 names match the June 2026 player snapshot. Final matchday selection still requires confirmation.
Group F Context
Tunisia is in Group F with Netherlands, Japan, and Sweden.