The renovation work at Stade Tayeb Mhiry in Sfax is progressing rapidly, with multiple interventions taking place across the stadium and its facilities. The work includes the addition of 60 VIP seats and VVIP seats, expansion of the meeting room and operations room, and renovation of the dressing rooms. Additional facilities such as restrooms within the dressing rooms and a dedicated room for female referees are also being built.
Further enhancements include the installation of two commentary booths for journalists and the construction of a press room with a roof, aimed at improving working conditions for media coverage of matches. The renovation also covers the subsidiary field, with improvements to the lighting and installation of a fiber-optic internet network across the stadium. A dedicated space for people with special needs is being created as part of the upgrades.
To meet safety and surveillance requirements, the stadium is being equipped with necessary certificates from civil protection and monitoring centers. The entrance tunnel for players is being expanded, and the reserve benches are being enlarged to accommodate 22 people. These renovations are being carried out collaboratively by the Sfax Sports Club, the Tunisian Football Federation, the Sfax Governorate, the Sfax Municipality, and the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
A significant test of the renovated stadium is scheduled for October 15, 2026, with a white test event taking place before the CAF Confederation Cup match between Esperance Sportive de Tunis and Real Bamako on October 16. This match will mark the practical implementation of new procedures following the completion of a substantial part of the renovation work.
A CAF delegation is expected to visit Stade Tayeb Mhiry on October 22, 2026, to inspect the facility and assess its compliance with CAF requirements. The Tunisian Football Federation will accompany the delegation during the inspection. These preparations align with efforts to enable the Tunisian national team to play their match against Libya in November as part of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers at Stade Tayeb Mhiry.
The ongoing renovations aim to complete the necessary facilities and improve conditions for spectators, teams, referees, and media, allowing Stade Tayeb Mhiry to host international and continental events once again. The work encompasses various aspects, including seating, facilities, and technology, to ensure the stadium meets the required standards.
Key points
- The renovation of Stade Tayeb Mhiry is nearing completion, with the stadium set to host a CAF Confederation Cup match on October 16, 2026.
- A CAF delegation will inspect the stadium on October 22, 2026, to assess its compliance with CAF requirements.
- The renovations include the addition of new seating, expansion of facilities, and improvements to technology and safety features.
