Tunisia have reportedly dismissed head coach Sabri Lamouchi following their crushing 5-1 defeat to Sweden in their opening match of the FIFA 2026 World Cup.

Lamouchi, who only took charge of the national team in January, is said to have paid the price for a poor run of results that culminated in the heavy loss to the Swedes, leaving Tunisia’s World Cup campaign in turmoil after just one game.

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The defeat sparked widespread anger among Tunisian supporters, with many questioning both the team’s performance and the timing of the reported decision as the North Africans prepare for two crucial group-stage matches.

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