Tunisia dismisses head coach Sabri Lamouchi following the national team’s heavy 5-1 defeat by Sweden in its opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Multiple outlets report that the decision makes Lamouchi the first manager sacked during the tournament so far. The sacking comes shortly after the loss as Tunisia’s “Carthage Eagles” fail to get the desired result in their first fixture. Tunisia appoints Mondher Kebaier as Lamouchi’s replacement, according to one report, while another notes that Wahbi Kazri, who is part of the coaching staff, is expected to handle interim duties. The reports do not conflict on the key trigger for the change—Tunisia’s opening loss to Sweden—and they present the coaching transition as immediate. The latest leadership shift will determine Tunisia’s approach in their next World Cup match.