The Tunisian Volleyball Federation has ended its contractual relationship with Italian coach Alessandra Campidelli, who led the women's national team. According to Bassem Forrati, the national technical director, the decision was made after the team's failure to qualify for the 2026 World Championships in the United States. The team's performance in the African Championships, held in Nairobi, Kenya, was a major factor in the decision.
The African Championships saw the Tunisian team finish fifth, falling short of their target. Forrati stated that the contract, which began on April 1 and ended on September 30, 2026, was terminated due to the team's failure to meet the agreed-upon objectives. The federation is now searching for a new coach to lead the team in upcoming competitions.
Alessandra Campidelli had been at the helm of the Tunisian women's volleyball team since April 2026. Her tenure ended abruptly with the team's disappointing performance in the African Championships. The team's failure to qualify for the World Championships was a significant blow to the federation and the team's fans.
The Tunisian Volleyball Federation is committed to finding a new coach who can help the team achieve its goals. Forrati emphasized that the federation is working to identify a suitable replacement to lead the team in future competitions. The team's performance in recent years has been inconsistent, and the federation is eager to restore the team's former glory.
The 2026 World Championships, scheduled to take place in the United States, will feature the best volleyball teams from around the world. Tunisia's failure to qualify for the tournament was a major disappointment for the team and the federation. The team's performance in the African Championships was a wake-up call for the federation to re-evaluate its strategy and coaching staff.
Bassem Forrati, the national technical director, has been instrumental in shaping the team's strategy and identifying areas for improvement. He emphasized that the federation is committed to developing the team's skills and competitiveness. The search for a new coach is underway, and the federation is expected to announce a new appointment soon.
The Tunisian Volleyball Federation's decision to end Campidelli's contract reflects the team's ambition to perform better in international competitions. The federation is focused on restoring the team's competitiveness and achieving success in future tournaments. With a new coach at the helm, the team is expected to regroup and work towards achieving its goals.
Key points
- Tunisia Volleyball Federation terminates contract with Italian coach Alessandra Campidelli
- Team fails to qualify for 2026 World Championships
- Federation searching for new coach to lead the team in upcoming competitions
