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Tunisia decides to sack Lemoshi after 5‑1 loss at World Cup 2026
Tunisia terminated coach Sabri Lemoshi's contract just hours after a 5‑1 defeat to Sweden in the opening group‑six match. The decision came after only five months in charge, amid a disastrous record of 11 goals conceded in five games.
What happened in the match?
The Tunisian side entered the pitch hopeful, but Sweden's precise attacks settled the game in the 23rd minute when Mats Söder opened the scoring. Four more goals followed before the final whistle, ending the match 5‑1. Players managed just two goals, according to Transfermarkt data.
Why was Lemoshi fired now?
The dismissal arrived after a string of poor results: 0W‑2D‑3L in the last five matches, including a 5‑0 loss to Belgium (2026‑06‑06). The Tunisian federation believes keeping the coach would further damage the team's chances in the knockout phase, especially after Tunisia has scored only 11 goals while conceding many.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Last result | Belgium 5‑0 Tunisia (2026‑06‑06) |
| Recent form (5) | 0 Wins – 2 Draws – 3 Losses |
Who will lead Tunisia now?
The federation temporarily appointed French manager Herfi Ronar, who will steer the side through the rest of the group. Ronar brings European league experience and may provide the tactical boost needed to correct defensive lapses.
What does this mean for the future?
The team faces a tough task to rebuild confidence before the upcoming Austria match. If Ronar can improve organization, Tunisia might salvage points in the remaining games. Otherwise, elimination before the next round looms as a warning against repeating past mistakes.
Statistics recap
- Sweden 5‑1 loss (2026‑06‑07) – first group match.
- Belgium 5‑0 Tunisia (2026‑06‑06) – latest negative result.
- Team form: 0 Wins – 2 Draws – 3 Losses.
With these numbers, the question remains whether Herfi Ronar can halt the slide before the Tunisia door shuts on their World Cup hopes.
