In-form Tunisia target second title on neighboring Moroccan soil

Tunisia launch their bid for a new Africa Cup of Nations title, hosted by Morocco, when they face Uganda on Tuesday in the opening match of Group C, which also includes Nigeria and Tanzania.

The Tunisian national team are competing in the 35th edition of the continental tournament, aiming to return to the podium and secure the second title in their history after their 2004 triumph. They enter the competition with high ambitions, backed by a rich legacy and consistent presence in African football over the past decades.

This continental challenge comes on the back of an impressive campaign in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, where the “Carthage Eagles” delivered standout performances across all areas, topping their group with 28 points from a possible 30. They posted remarkable defensive and attacking numbers, scoring 22 goals without conceding any, reflecting clear balance and collective solidity on the pitch.

Despite these positive indicators, Tunisia are still required to overcome their recent continental disappointments, most notably their early group-stage exit at the previous edition in Ivory Coast. That setback prompted a comprehensive review and ushered in a new phase focused on restoring discipline, strengthening cohesion, and rebuilding confidence within the squad.

Tunisia have historically been known for their tactical stability and defensive strength — traits that have ensured a constant presence at the Africa Cup of Nations. They have not missed the finals since the 1996 edition, with the exception of a disappointing home exit in 1994. The challenge now lies in translating this consistent participation into tangible results and progressing beyond the early rounds.

The team is relying on a blend of experience and youthful ambition to overcome the group-stage hurdle, with full focus on the opening three matches as the foundation for a successful tournament run. The stated objective is to reach at least the semi-finals, while keeping the dream of lifting the trophy alive.

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• This will be the third Africa Cup of Nations encounter between Tunisia and Uganda, but the first in 47 years. Tunisia won both previous encounters, scoring six goals (3–0 in 1962 and 3–1 in 1978).
• This is Tunisia’s 22nd Africa Cup of Nations appearance, and their 17th in a row — a tournament record. Their only title came in 2004 as hosts; since then, they have progressed beyond the quarter-finals just once, in 2019, before losing the third-place playoff.
• This is Uganda’s eighth appearance at the Africa Cup of Nations, and their first since 2019. Their best finish was runners-up in the 1978 edition, when they lost the final to Ghana (0–2) — the only time they reached the final.
• Tunisia have won just three of their last 16 matches at the tournament, with those victories coming against Madagascar (2019), and Mauritania and Nigeria (both in 2022). The 4–1 win over Mauritania is the only occasion they have scored more than once in their last 10 AFCON matches.
• Uganda have kept just two clean sheets in 23 Africa Cup of Nations matches — against Morocco in 1978 and DR Congo in 2019.
• Uganda have lost 70% of their matches at the tournament (16 of 23), the highest defeat rate among teams to have played 20 or more AFCON games.

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