Tunisian football federation discusses Lamouchi's future after World Cup loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 4:21 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The Tunisian football federation is reportedly considering the future of coach Sabri Lamouchi following a 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening World Cup match. Talks among federation officials are ongoing about potentially replacing Lamouchi, who has held the position since January. Sources suggest that Mondher Kebaier, the national team’s previous coach from 2019 to 2022, could step in. The federation aims to reach a decision shortly, with Tunisia's next World Cup match against Japan scheduled for next Saturday.
- •Tunisia lost 5-1 to Sweden in their World Cup opener.
- •Federation chiefs are in talks regarding Lamouchi's position.
- •Mondher Kebaier may be considered for replacement.
- •Next match against Japan is on June 24.
- 4:21 PMYahoo Sports — Tunisian football bosses mull firing Lamouchi after World Cup thrashing
"Tunisia coach Sabri Lamouchi's job is in the balance as federation chiefs are holding talks following the humiliating 5-1 defeat by Sweden in their opening World Cup match, a source told AFP Monday."Discussions are underway between members of the federation," the source told AFP on condition of anonymity.
"Tunisia have announced that their head coach Sabri Lamouchi has been sacked after the 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening game of the 2026 World Cup.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 4:21 PMTunisian football bosses mull firing Lamouchi after World Cup thrashing
Tunisia coach Sabri Lamouchi's job is in the balance as federation chiefs are holding talks following the humiliating 5-1 defeat by Sweden in their opening World Cup match, a source told AFP Monday."Discussions are underway between members of the federation," the source told AFP on condition of anonymity.
- Sky Sports Football—Tunisia sack head coach after heavy defeat in World Cup opener
Tunisia have announced that their head coach Sabri Lamouchi has been sacked after the 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening game of the 2026 World Cup.
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