Tunisia
FIFA World Cup 2026 Team Profile
Jalel Kadri
Head Coach
4-3-3
Formation
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Titles
6
Appearances
Overview
Tunisia return to another World Cup with a settled squad and the experience of several recent tournament appearances. The Eagles of Carthage will be aiming to reach the knockout rounds for the first time.
Road to World Cup 2026
Tunisia qualified via the CAF playoffs, edging out several rivals in the closing rounds.
Qualification: Tournament qualification
Key Players to Watch
- Wahbi Khazri
- Youssef Msakni
- Montassar Talbi
- Hannibal Mejbri
Strengths
Defensive organization, set-piece threat, and a settled spine. The squad has good experience at major tournaments.
Weaknesses
Goalscoring depth and lack of a true number nine. The team can be over-reliant on veteran Wahbi Khazri.
World Cup 2026 Chances
Reaching the round of 32 is the target. A group-stage upset would be a major result.
Historical World Cup Performance
Five prior appearances, all ending in the group stage. The 1978 tournament included a famous 3-1 win over Mexico.
Best result: Group stage (multiple)
Last World Cup: Group stage (2022)
Match Schedule
Sweden vs Tunisia
Tunisia vs Japan
Tunisia vs Netherlands