The Tunisian Professional Football League has handed down penalties to several clubs following incidents during recent matches. On October 28, 2026, the league's bureau met to discuss various disciplinary cases. One of the key decisions was to fine and reprimand Club Sportif de Bizerte for having fans throw objects onto the field during a match against AS Hamma Sousse on October 23, 2026. This was not the first time the club's fans had engaged in such behavior, leading to a more severe punishment.
Club Sportif de Bizerte was fined 10,000 Tunisian dinars and received a formal reprimand for the repeated offense of having fans throw objects onto the field. In another case, Étoile Sportive de Kalaa Kbira was fined 1,000 dinars and reprimanded for fans lighting flares, although they did not throw them onto the field, during a match against AS Gabès.
Further disciplinary actions were taken against other clubs. AS Kasserine was fined 2,000 dinars for failing to have a doctor on the substitutes' bench during a match against Ariana. Additionally, the team's assistant coach, Hicham Essouissi, was banned from the substitutes' bench for two matches and fined 1,500 dinars for repeated protests against the referee's decisions, which led to his ejection from the game.
The incidents involving Club Sportif de Bizerte and Union Sportive de Ksar Saïd resulted in more severe consequences. The two clubs were referred to the National Disciplinary and Sports Ethics Committee of the Tunisian Football Federation for cases involving violence. Club Sportif de Bizerte was also fined 1,500 dinars and reprimanded for having fans throw projectiles of all kinds onto the field during the match against Union Sportive de Ksar Saïd.
The penalties reflect the league's efforts to maintain order and sportsmanship in Tunisian football. Clubs and their fans are expected to adhere to strict guidelines to ensure a safe and respectful environment during matches. The decisions made by the league's bureau aim to deter future incidents of fan misconduct and other infractions.
The actions taken by the Tunisian Professional Football League demonstrate its commitment to enforcing disciplinary rules. By imposing fines and reprimands, the league seeks to promote a culture of respect and fair play among clubs and their supporters. The involvement of the National Disciplinary and Sports Ethics Committee in certain cases underscores the seriousness with which these incidents are being addressed.
The penalties imposed on the clubs serve as a reminder of the importance of maintaining discipline and sportsmanship in football. As the season progresses, it remains to be seen how these measures will impact the behavior of fans and teams. The league's efforts to enforce its rules and regulations are crucial in ensuring the integrity and reputation of Tunisian football.
Key points
- The Tunisian Professional Football League has imposed penalties on several clubs for fan misconduct and other infractions.
- Club Sportif de Bizerte was fined 10,000 dinars and reprimanded for repeated offenses involving fans throwing objects onto the field.
- The league's actions aim to promote a culture of respect and fair play among clubs and their supporters.
