Herve Renard aims to revive Tunisia's World Cup effort against Japan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 9:47 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Herve Renard has been appointed as Tunisia's head coach in an attempt to salvage their 2026 World Cup campaign after a poor start led to the sacking of Sabri Lamouchi. Tunisia recorded a 5-1 loss to Sweden, marking a historic decision as they became the first country to dismiss a coach after their opening game in the tournament's history. Renard, known for his success in Africa, will lead the Carthage Eagles against Japan on Sunday. His tenure presents a challenge, but Renard is eager to take on this motivating opportunity.
- •Tunisia lost 5-1 to Sweden in their opening match.
- •Sabri Lamouchi was sacked after the defeat.
- •Herve Renard is a two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner.
- •Renard's first game in charge is against Japan on Sunday.
- •Tunisia aims to recover in a 48-team tournament format.
- 9:47 AMYahoo Sports — Can Renard revive Tunisia's World Cup campaign?
- 9:47 AMBBC Football — Can Renard revive Tunisia's World Cup campaign?
"Tunisia have turned to two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner Herve Renard to revive their 2026 World Cup campaign after a disastrous start which saw Sabri Lamouchi sacked after one match.
"Tunisia have turned to two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner Herve Renard to revive their 2026 World Cup campaign after a disastrous start which saw Sabri Lamouchi sacked after one match.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 9:47 AMCan Renard revive Tunisia's World Cup campaign?
Tunisia have turned to two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner Herve Renard to revive their 2026 World Cup campaign after a disastrous start which saw Sabri Lamouchi sacked after one match.
- BBC FootballJun 19, 2026, 9:47 AMCan Renard revive Tunisia's World Cup campaign?
Tunisia have turned to two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner Herve Renard to revive their 2026 World Cup campaign after a disastrous start which saw Sabri Lamouchi sacked after one match.
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