Tunisia World Cup 2026 Preview: The Eagles of Carthage Soar Again
Overview
Tunisia are one of Africa's most consistent World Cup qualifiers, and their 2026 squad continues that tradition. Ranked #37, the Eagles of Carthage bring tactical discipline and tournament experience to every match.
By the Numbers
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #37 |
| ELO Rating | 1602.0 |
| Confederation | CAF |
| Group | F |
| Matches Played | 3.0 |
| Possession | 62.0% |
| Pass Completion | 83.0% |
| xG (For) | 6.4 |
| ELO Source Rating | 1602.0 (rank #35) |
Squad Analysis
Squad details pending final registration.
Key Intelligence
- Aymen Dahmen is currently fully available for tournament preparation.
- Aymen Dahmen's baseline mood signal sits at 58/100 (neutral).
- Aymen Dahmen profiles as a stable tactical option because availability, caps, and rating all point toward a stable role.
- Aymen Dahmen's growth at Montpellier has been encouraging, and his trajectory suggests the 2026 World Cup could be his breakout moment.
- Mouez Hassen is currently fully available for tournament preparation.
Tactical Profile
Tunisia's approach is built around 62.0% possession with a 83.0% pass completion rate. Their xG of 6.4 suggests clinical chance creation.
Group F Outlook
Tunisia will look to fight for qualification from Group F, where every point matters in the expanded 48-team format.
Data sourced from KickOracle models: ELO ratings, xG analytics, and real-time signal intelligence.