Tunisia 2026 World Cup Stats
Group stage specialists Tunisia arrive at the 2026 World Cup with a reputation built on consistency, organisation and resilience, as the Eagles of Carthage continue their run as one of Africa’s most reliable qualifiers.
Regular participants on the global stage in recent decades, Tunisia have often proven difficult to break down, relying on tactical discipline and collective strength to compete with higher-ranked opposition. Under manager Sabri Lamouchi, they have continued to evolve, adding more attacking intent while maintaining their defensive structure.
Ellyes Skhiri remains the midfield anchor and one of the team’s most influential players, providing balance, work rate and intelligent positioning in both phases of play. Elias Achouri brings experience and creativity in the final third, while Hannibal Mejbri is widely viewed as the key to Tunisia’s future, offering energy, technical quality and a growing influence in midfield. His development will be closely watched as Tunisia look to progress beyond the group stage.
Tunisia secured qualification through the CAF pathway after another disciplined campaign, reflecting their ability to consistently deliver results in high-pressure matches. While they may not possess the star power of some rivals, their structure and experience make them a tough opponent for anyone.
When it comes to World Cup betting, reaching the knockout rounds remains the primary objective, and adapting to the North American heat and humidity more so than their European opponents could prove the decisive factor in achieiving their aim.
Tunisia Stats Summary
- Tunisia World Cup fixtures: Sweden on June 15 at the Estadio BBVA, Guadalupe, Nuevo Leon (3am), Japan on June 21 at the Estadio BBVA, Guadalupe, Nuevo Leon (5am) and Netherlands on June 26 at the Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri (12am).
- Tunisia qualifying record: 1st in Group H CAF qualifying
- Tunisia captain: Ellyes Skhiri
- Tunisia World Cup odds: 500/1
- Tunisia to qualify from Group F: 6/5
- Tunisia star player: Ellyes Skhiri
- Tunisia player to watch: Hannibal Mejbri
- Tunisia World Cup best finish: Group stages (1978, 1998, 2002, 2006, 2018, 2022)
- Tunisia World Cup appearances: 7 (including 2026)
- Tunisia World Cup matches played: 18
- Tunisia World Cup matches won: 3
- Tunisia World Cup matches drawn: 5
- Tunisia World Cup matches lost: 10
- Tunisia World Cup goals scored: 14
- Tunisia World Cup matches conceded: 26
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