Tunisia Fires Coach After 5-1 Loss to Sweden, Appoints Hervé Renard as Successor.

Tunisia National Team Coaching Change

According to Novyny.live: Following a heavy 5-1 defeat to Sweden in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Tunisian national team has dismissed head coach Sabri Lamouchi. The decision came in response to the squad’s underwhelming performances in the tournament, where they failed to meet expectations on the pitch.

Hervé Renard, 57, has been named as the new head coach of Tunisia. Renard brings extensive international experience, having won the Africa Cup of Nations twice—first with Zambia and later with Côte d'Ivoire. The 2026 World Cup will mark his third appearance at the tournament. Eight years ago, he led Morocco to the World Cup, and most recently, he managed the Saudi Arabian team at the previous edition.

Upcoming Matches and Team Plans

Tunisia will continue their 2026 World Cup campaign with matches scheduled against Japan on June 21 and the Netherlands on June 26. Under Renard’s leadership, the team hopes to improve their results and deliver stronger performances on the international stage.

This coaching change represents a critical step for Tunisia as they aim to rebuild confidence and regroup for the remainder of the World Cup. With his track record of success, Renard has the potential to reshape the team’s play and boost its competitiveness. The upcoming games against Japan and the Netherlands will be decisive in determining Tunisia’s fate in the tournament.