Lamouchi, the first coaching casualty of the tournament, was appointed in January on a contract until 2028. He leaves the post with matches to come against Japan on Saturday and the Netherlands on June 25.

Tunisia fired head coach Sabri Lamouchi after a 5-1 World Cup loss to Sweden and appointed Mondher Kebaier as replacement on the same day.

Tunisia sack coach Sabri Lamouchi after a 5-1 World Cup 2026 defeat to Sweden, one of the fastest managerial changes as they fight to revive Group F hopes.

Sweden routed Tunisia 5-1 in Sunday night's Group F opener

Sabri Lamouchi was dimissed after a 5-1 defeat in Tunisia’s opening group game