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BREAKING: Tunisia sack coach after lost to Sweden in World Cup opener

Written by Boluwatitonisola Omoniyi | Jun 15, 2026 12:33:57 PM

Tunisia have reportedly sacked coach Sabri Lamouchi following their heavy 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Tunisian coach Sabri Lamouchi has been sacked immediately following intense pressure over the squad's defensive collapse against Sweden.

Former national team manager Mondher Kebaier has been appointed to take immediate charge of the Carthage Eagles for the remainder of the tournamen

A brutal start to the tournament, and Tunisia become the first team to make a managerial change at this World Cup.