Tunisia coach Moez Kebaier has expressed his team's determination to beat Uganda in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. The match, set to take place on September 25, 2026, at the Hammadi Agrebi Stadium in Radès, Tunisia, marks the beginning of the qualifiers for the national team. Kebaier emphasized the importance of a strong start, citing the psychological boost a win would give his team.
Kebaier acknowledged that the match against Uganda will not be an easy one, as the opposing team will play without pressure, having already qualified for the tournament as one of the host countries. He also highlighted Uganda's direct and physical playing style, which will require Tunisia's players to maintain their focus throughout the match. The coach stressed that his team's preparation has been going well, with a positive atmosphere and good communication between players and staff.
The Tunisian team is looking to bounce back from recent events, including their performance in the last World Cup. Kebaier stated that the team's project to build a new squad does not exclude experienced players, and that the team's technical staff is working in coordination with coaches of the under-23 and under-20 teams. He expressed his willingness to call up young players in future competitions.
Kebaier emphasized that the team's selection process is based on technical and physical readiness. He mentioned that player Ghayth Zaalouni, who had a strong end to the season, is part of the team's extended squad and will need to continue working hard to regain his place in the team. The coach also addressed the absence of player Ali Abdi, citing injury and administrative reasons.
Abdi's statements had been unhelpful, but this does not diminish his value as a player, according to Kebaier. The coach expressed his appreciation for Abdi's skills and character. Meanwhile, player Montassar Talabi has expressed his confidence in the team's ability to deliver a good performance against Uganda and regain the trust of the Tunisian fans.
The match against Uganda is expected to be a challenging one, but Talabi and his teammates are determined to secure a win. The referee for the match has been announced as Mauritanian Abdoul Aziz Bouh, who will be assisted by his compatriots Hamdine Diabe and Ibrahim Salem Hamad. The match is set to kick off at 8:00 PM local time on September 25, 2026.
The win would not only mark a positive start to the qualifiers but also help to restore the team's image and confidence. The team's fans are eagerly awaiting the match, and a strong performance is expected from the players. The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers are an important milestone for the Tunisian team, and Kebaier is focused on achieving a successful outcome.
Key points
- Tunisia coach Moez Kebaier is determined to secure a win against Uganda in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.
- The match against Uganda will be a challenging one, as the opposing team will play without pressure, having already qualified for the tournament.
- The Tunisian team is looking to bounce back from recent events, including their performance in the last World Cup.
