Tunisia's national football team, the Carthage Eagles, has failed to secure a win in their first two qualifying matches for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Their latest match against Botswana ended in a 2-2 draw at the Hammadi Agrebi Stadium in Radès. This result has left Tunisia with two points from successive draws against Uganda and Botswana. The team is still searching for their first win under coach Mouine Chaabani.
The match against Botswana saw Tunisia take the lead through Hazem Mastouri, who scored twice either side of the break. However, Botswana equalized through Thatayaone Kgamanyane and Lebogang Ditsele. The draw has significant implications for the Group H standings, with Uganda having already qualified automatically for AFCON 2027 as one of the tournament's co-hosts. The highest-placed team outside Uganda will secure the additional qualification place available from Group H.
In their first qualifier, Tunisia drew 1-1 with Uganda at the same stadium. Adem Arous gave Tunisia the lead after 12 minutes, before Rogers Mato equalized for Uganda in the 68th minute. Across their opening two qualifiers, Tunisia have scored three goals and conceded three without recording a victory. Botswana also have two points from their two matches, having drawn 2-2 against Libya in their first match.
The Group H situation is set to become clearer after Uganda and Libya meet on Tuesday. The result of this match will determine the Group H standings following the second round of matches. Tunisia's dropped points have reduced their chances of securing the additional qualification place available from Group H. The team will need to improve their performance in the remaining matches to stay in contention.
The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. The qualifying format has been adjusted to reflect Uganda's automatic qualification, with the focus now on determining the highest-placed team outside the co-hosts. Tunisia's coach, Mouine Chaabani, will be under pressure to deliver a win in their next match and boost his team's chances of qualification.
Hazem Mastouri's double against Botswana was a highlight for Tunisia, but the team was unable to hold onto their lead. The draw has left Tunisia with a challenging task ahead, as they seek to secure a win and qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. The team's fans will be hoping for an improved performance in the next match.
The result has also given Botswana a boost, as they seek to build on their draw against Tunisia. The Zebras have two points from their two matches and will be looking to cause an upset in their next match. The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers continue to provide exciting matches and unexpected results.
Key points
- Tunisia remain without a win after two qualifying matches.
- The draw has significant implications for the Group H standings.
- Uganda have already qualified automatically for AFCON 2027 as one of the tournament's co-hosts.
