The Essentials: Tunisia plays for survival at the World Cup
Tunisia's national football team faces a decisive turning point at the 2026 World Cup. This briefing looks back at the stakes of the upcoming match against Japan and the figures shaping the team's journey.
Tunisia is preparing to play a crucial match against Japan, seen as a last-chance opportunity. Following a significant 5-1 defeat against Sweden, the Carthage Eagles — the national team's official nickname — must win at all costs to stay in the competition. This match is being closely watched as it represents the first major challenge for the team's new coach, Hervé Renard.
At the heart of this event, photographer Hosni Manoubi continues to provide visual coverage of the team. Nicknamed "the eye of Tunisian football," he follows the players on the field to document their journey at the 2026 World Cup, an essential role in maintaining the bond between the team and its millions of supporters.
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