The Tunisian Professional Football League office has announced a series of penalties and fines against several clubs following incidents during recent matches. On October 28, 2026, the league office convened to discuss various disciplinary cases. Among the decisions, the league imposed a fine of 10,000 dinars and a reprimand on the Benzerte Sports Club. This punishment stems from fans throwing bottles onto the field during a match against Hammam Sousse on October 23, 2026, marking the second occurrence of such behavior.
Further disciplinary actions were taken against clubs in the second division. The Etoile Sportive de Jelma was fined 1,000 dinars and reprimanded for fans lighting flares, although they were not thrown onto the field, during a match against the Future Sports Club of Gabès. Additionally, the Future Sports Club of Kasserine was fined 2,000 dinars for failing to have a doctor on the substitutes' bench during their match against the Ariana Sports Association.
The league office also handed down penalties to the coaching staff of the Future Sports Club of Kasserine. The assistant coach, Hicham Essouissi, was banned from sitting on the substitutes' bench for two matches and fined 1,500 dinars. His infractions included repeated protests against the referee's decisions, leading to his ejection from the match.
In another case, the league office referred the disciplinary files of the Sporting Club of Menzah and the Union Sportive of Ksar Saïd to the National Disciplinary and Sports Spirit Committee of the Tunisian Football Federation. These referrals concern allegations of violence exchanged between the two teams. The Sporting Club of Menzah was also fined 1,500 dinars and reprimanded for fans throwing various projectiles onto the field during their match against the Union Sportive of Ksar Saïd.
The penalties and fines imposed by the league office aim to maintain order and sportsmanship within Tunisian football. The repeated instances of fan misconduct and club infractions highlight the ongoing challenges faced by the league in ensuring a safe and respectful environment for players, officials, and spectators.
The decisions made by the league office reflect a commitment to enforcing regulations and promoting a positive sporting culture. Clubs and their supporters are reminded of the importance of adhering to the rules and respecting the integrity of the game. Further actions will likely be taken to address any future incidents and maintain the league's standards.
The Tunisian Professional Football League continues to work towards improving the overall experience for fans and participants. By addressing misconduct and enforcing penalties, the league aims to enhance the sport's reputation and foster a more enjoyable and respectful atmosphere at matches.
Key points
- The Tunisian Professional Football League office has imposed penalties and fines on several clubs for fan misconduct and infractions during recent matches.
- The league has taken disciplinary actions against clubs in both the first and second divisions.
- The penalties aim to promote sportsmanship and maintain order within Tunisian football.
