Tunisia brings organizational discipline and African experience to the 2026 World Cup. A squad of experienced players with some European club representation offers competitive potential.
Experience in Goal
Ben Said (or successor) provides goalkeeping, while the defense features athleticism and organizational discipline. The back line operates with compact positioning.
Midfield Discipline
Tunisia’s midfield provides pressing intensity and passing sophistication. Experienced players manage tempo while seeking quick transitions.
Attack: Limited Firepower
Tunisian forwards bring work rate and movement. The attacking line seeks efficiency over flashy play and quick counter-attacking.
Projected 26-Man Squad
Goalkeepers (3): Ben Said, Aymen Mathlouthi, Mouez Hassen
Defenders (8): Rami Bedoui, Youssef Msakni, Hamdi Nagguez, Ali Maaloul, Ali Ndiaye, Medhi Bennaceur, Tarek Hejazi, Mohamed Amine Gouiri
Midfielders (8): Youssef Msakni, Ellyes Skhiri, Sander Berge, Aïssa Laidouni, Saïf-Eddine Khaoui, Naïm Sliti, Mohamed Amine Gouiri, Abdelmoumen Djabou
Forwards (7): Youssef Msakni, Saïf-Eddine Khaoui, Moncer Dhaouadi, Aïssa Laidouni, Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane, Abdelmoumen Djabou, Fakhreddine Ben Youssef
Note: Squad projection subject to form and availability. Official squad announced May 2026.
Verdict: Tunisia’s Chances
Tunisia will be competitive in their group but face stiff opposition from elite nations. They’re capable of qualifying against weaker teams but lack the quality to challenge top sides.
Full coverage at the World Cup 2026 hub and the Tunisia national team profile.