On Monday, the Tunisian Minister of Youth and Sports expressed his disappointment over the country's performance in elite sports, particularly football, during a joint session between the National Council of Regions and Local Authorities' Committee on Services and Social Development and the Assembly of People's Representatives' Committee on Education, Vocational Training, Scientific Research, Youth, and Sports. The Minister stated that the current results do not meet expectations.
The Minister emphasized the ongoing reform process within the Tunisian Football Federation, with plans to appoint a technical director for national teams and rebuild football from the grassroots by supporting and rehabilitating sports training centers, particularly the Bourj Al-Sedriya center. These efforts aim to improve the country's football performance.
The Minister also announced that a draft law on sports infrastructure will be presented to the Assembly of People's Representatives as part of a review of the legislative framework governing the sector and improving the governance of sports structures. This move is expected to bring significant changes to the country's sports sector.
The session comes after a series of events, including the Tunisian judoka, Zineb Tlouadi, winning a silver medal at the Junior Grand Prix in Tajikistan on October 25, 2026. Additionally, the national volleyball team participated in the African Championship, competing against Cameroon in the final match on September 25, 2026.
The Minister's statements reflect the government's concerns over the country's underwhelming performance in various sports disciplines. The need for reforms and improvements in infrastructure and training has become increasingly evident. The proposed draft law aims to address some of these concerns.
On a related note, the Appeal Committee confirmed the decision of the Professional Football League to replay a match between Mochamadeville and Al-Najma on November 2, 2026. This decision highlights the ongoing efforts to ensure fairness and transparency in the country's football competitions.
The Tunisian government is taking steps to address the country's sports performance issues. With the proposed reforms and infrastructure developments, there is hope for improvement in the country's sports sector. The Minister's statements emphasize the government's commitment to enhancing the country's sports performance and infrastructure.
Key points
- Tunisian Sports Minister expresses disappointment over country's football and elite sports performance.
- Government plans to implement reforms, including appointing a technical director for national teams.
- Draft law on sports infrastructure to be presented to Assembly of People's Representatives.
