Tunisia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup: The Eagles of Carthage Rise

Tunisia is one of Africa’s most experienced World Cup nations, and the Eagles of Carthage make their eighth appearance in 2026. In Group F alongside the Netherlands, Japan and Sweden, Tunisia faces a challenging assignment — but they’ve competed against Europe’s best before and always made life difficult for their opponents.

Tunisian football has consistently produced technically sound, tactically disciplined teams that maximize their resources. The current squad features players from European clubs supplemented by domestic talent, and they approach every game with the organization and intensity that has become Tunisia’s trademark. Ellyes Skhiri — the Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder — is the heartbeat of the team, bringing European-level quality and leadership. Wahbi Khazri, if he makes the squad, adds creativity and experience.

The African Pride

Tunisia’s best World Cup result was reaching the group stage in 1978, 2002, 2006 and 2022 — never advancing past the round of 16. In 2026, with a new generation of players developing in Europe, there’s belief that this could change.

Key Players

• Ellyes Skhiri – Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder, technically excellent and a leader
• Aïssa Laïdouni – Defensive midfielder with Bundesliga experience
• Seifeddine Jaziri – Physical striker who battles for every ball

Tunisia won’t go quietly in Group F. They’ll press, defend deep and look for moments to punish on the counter. Never easy, always determined.