Tunisia Officially Names Renard as New Head Coach

Tunisia has quickly revived its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign by naming seasoned French coach Hervé Renard as head coach, following the exit of Sabri Lamouchi, according to Completesports.com.

The decision came after the Carthage Eagles lost their opening match, leading the federation to switch managers early.

The North Africans are now at the bottom of their group after a 5‑1 defeat to Sweden, making qualification for the knockout stages a steep challenge.

Tunisia Turns to Renard for Redemption

Renard is expected to arrive in Monterrey on Tuesday and will oversee the team’s training session later that day.

The 57‑year‑old’s first assignment will be a crucial Group F match against Japan on 20 June in Monterrey.

The Carthage Eagles will face the Netherlands in their final group game.

Read Also:World Cup 2026: Renard Set To Replace Lamouchi As Tunisia Head Coach

Experience Will Be Vital

Renard is no stranger to African football. He is the only coach to have won the Africa Cup of Nations with two different nations, guiding Zambia to a remarkable triumph in 2012 before leading Côte d’Ivoire to continental glory three years later.

His coaching résumé also includes spells with Morocco and Saudi Arabia, as well as appearances at the FIFA World Cup.

Renard’s most recent World Cup experience came with Saudi Arabia at Qatar 2022, where his side produced one of the biggest shocks in tournament history by defeating eventual champions Argentina in the group stage.

The Tunisian federation believes that experience could prove invaluable as the Eagles attempt to rescue their campaign against strong opposition in Group F.

Although Renard’s initial appointment runs until the end of the current World Cup, reports indicate that discussions are already in place regarding a possible extension should both parties wish to continue beyond the tournament.

By Adeboye Amosu