Tunisia has sacked coach Sabri Lamouchi after their opening 5-1 loss to Sweden in the World Cup 2026. Mondher Kebaier has been appointed interim boss for the upcoming match against Japan.
Tunisia has dismissed head coach Sabri Lamouchi following a 5-1 loss to Sweden in their opening World Cup match. The Tunisian football federation announced the decision on Instagram, with plans to appoint Mondher Kebaier as interim coach. Lamouchi, hired in January, was already facing criticism after a 5-0 friendly loss to Belgium.
Sweden, despite a poor qualifying campaign and individual struggles, has secured three consecutive wins at the Geopolitics World Cup under manager Graham Potter, showcasing a remarkable underdog story and providing hope for underperforming entities.
A FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Sweden and Tunisia featured ball-contact technology akin to cricket's 'Snicko' to review a controversial offside goal. The technology confirmed a touch by Alexander Isak, leading to the goal being awarded to Mattias Svanberg, contributing to Sweden's 5-1 victory.
Graham Potter's Sweden secured a dominant 5-1 victory over Tunisia in their World Cup opener, silencing doubters of his managerial credentials. The win, featuring strong performances from Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres, marks a significant turnaround for the team and its coach.
Graham Potter's Sweden secured a dominant 5-1 victory over Tunisia in their World Cup opener, showcasing a ruthless performance that belied their coach's recent managerial struggles in England.
Yasin Ayari scored two goals, including a late strike, as Sweden began their FIFA World Cup campaign with a dominant 5-1 victory over Tunisia. The win propelled Sweden to the top of Group F.
Sweden's Yasin Ayari, a 22-year-old debutant, scored two goals against Tunisia, the country of his father's heritage, in their World Cup Group H match. Ayari, born in Sweden to a Tunisian father and Moroccan mother, chose to represent Sweden and celebrated his goals with Muslim prostration, acknowledging his roots.
Sweden secured a resounding 5-1 victory over Tunisia in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Guadalupe, Mexico. Yasin Ayari scored twice, with Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyokeres, and Mattias Svanberg adding goals. Sweden now leads Group F.
Sweden secured a commanding 5-1 victory over Tunisia in their World Cup Group F opener. Yasin Ayari, Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyokeres, and Mattias Svanberg scored for Sweden, while Omar Rekik netted Tunisia's lone goal. The match was held in Guadalupe.
Graham Potter's Sweden secured a convincing 5-0 victory over Tunisia, continuing the manager's remarkable renewal process. Despite challenging conditions, Sweden capitalized on Tunisian defensive errors, with Viktor Gyökeres and Yasin Ayari scoring twice each.
Sweden began their World Cup campaign with a dominant 5-1 victory over Tunisia. Yasin Ayari scored twice, with Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres also finding the net, while Mattias Svanberg added a late goal. Tunisia's lone response came from Omar Rekik.
Sweden secured a dominant 5-1 victory over Tunisia in their first World Cup finals match in eight years. Yasin Ayari, Alexander Isak, and Viktor Gyokeres scored in the first half, with Mattias Svanberg and Ayari adding goals in the second. Omar Rekik scored Tunisia's lone goal.
Sweden defeated Tunisia in a football match held at the Estadio Monterrey in Mexico. Alexander Isak and Yasin Ayari scored for Sweden, with Isak's goal being particularly noted for the goalkeeper's performance. The match featured an amazing atmosphere despite external issues.
Sweden defeated Tunisia 2-0 in a World Cup match played at Estadio Monterrey, Mexico. Goals from Yasin Ayari and Alexander Isak secured the win for Sweden, who advanced through a complex qualification process.
Sweden opened their World Cup campaign with a dominant 5-1 victory over Tunisia in Monterrey. Goals from Yasin Ayari (2), Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyokeres, and Mattias Svanberg secured the win, with Omar Rekik scoring Tunisia's lone goal.
Sweden defeated Tunisia 2-1 in a match where Premier League talent proved decisive. Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak scored for Sweden, with Hannibal Mejbri providing an assist for Tunisia's lone goal by Omar Rekik. The match featured controversial "hydration" breaks.
Graham Potter, speaking at a press conference in Monterrey, Mexico, ahead of Sweden's World Cup game against Tunisia, discussed his career, learning from past experiences with Chelsea and West Ham, and his growth as a coach.
Hundreds gathered in Stockholm's Odenplan Square to protest Israeli attacks on Gaza and Lebanon, demanding a ceasefire and an end to Swedish arms sales to Israel. Activists highlighted Western support for the attacks and vowed to continue their advocacy despite facing threats.
Sweden scrambled fighter jets on Friday to intercept two Russian military aircraft that approached its borders in the Baltic Sea region. The Swedish military stated the Russian planes did not enter Swedish airspace, but Vice Admiral Ewa Skoog Haslum called the actions "serious" and a threat to territorial integrity.
A report by Sweden's Defense Committee, endorsed by the government, warns of a potential Russia-NATO conflict in the near future, labeling Russia a "long-term threat." It suggests Moscow might test NATO's cohesion under favorable political conditions, even without traditional military requirements for an attack. The report also notes a changing US-Europe NATO dynamic and emphasizes Sweden's continued support for Ukraine.
During Fox Sports' FIFA World Cup 2026 coverage, streamer IShowSpeed predicted Cristiano Ronaldo would win the tournament. Zlatan Ibrahimovic playfully signaled for Speed to leave the set, creating a viral moment. Ibrahimovic also teased Speed about his outfit.
Sweden's World Cup squad features limited prior tournament experience, with only Victor Nilsson Lindelöf having played in a World Cup match. Many players are making their debut, bringing a mix of enthusiasm and uncertainty about handling the pressure of the global stage.
Sweden's government has scrapped its plan to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 15 to 13, citing insufficient parliamentary support. Instead, it will propose a new bill to set the minimum age at 14, aligning with EU averages and UN recommendations.
