Herve Renard is set to step down as Tunisia’s manager immediately, sparking a complete revolution in Tunisian football following their catastrophic campaign at the 2026 World Cup.
Tunisia’s World Cup Collapse Triggers Herve Renard’s Exit
Tunisia had appointed Renard to salvage their World Cup campaign after a humiliating 5-1 defeat against Sweden in the opening match. However, the French tactician failed to turn things around, as the Carthage Eagles suffered a 4-0 loss to Japan followed by a 3-1 defeat against the Netherlands.
According to Tunisian newspaper Assabah, Renard himself has been eager to leave since the Japan defeat, having witnessed internal matters behind the scenes that hinder success and long-term planning.
While the French coach has not officially announced his departure, he struck a diplomatic tone after the Netherlands match:
“Of course, if there is an ambitious sporting project, I would be interested in continuing. I show enough respect to everyone, so any offer received must be respected and listened to with great interest.”
Imminent Tunisian Football Federation Overhaul
A complete overhaul is expected within the Tunisian Football Federation in the coming weeks, with a new administration set to be appointed to lead a fresh footballing project.
With the next Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) just a year away, there is an urgent need to restore stability and prepare optimally for upcoming tournaments. Although Renard could potentially be reconsidered by the incoming board, all current indicators suggest he will depart, thoroughly dissatisfied with what he witnessed in the team’s camp over the past two weeks.
