The Tunisia national football team competes against Japan in FIFA World Cup 2026, under coach Hervé Renard, after the initial loss to Sweden with a score of 1-5. Renard begins his official tenure with the Tunisian team through this encounter, aiming to restore hope in the competition despite the current difficult situation. The Tunisian team faces a tough task in the race to stay within the World Cup competitions, as they meet the Japanese team in the second round of the group stage, seeking to make up for their initial stumble. The Eagles of Carthage paid the price for their modest start with a harsh loss to Sweden with a score of 1-5, a result that led to the departure of coach Sabri Lamouchi and opened the door to a new phase within the Tunisian camp. The beIN Sports network owns the rights to broadcast the 2026 World Cup matches in the Middle East and North Africa. The live broadcast of the Tunisia-Japan match can be watched online through the TOD platform affiliated with the beIN Sports network. The Tunisia-Japan match in the 2026 World Cup takes place on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at the Estadio Monterrey. The match kicks off at 5 am Tunisian time, 7 am Mecca time, and 8 am Abu Dhabi time.