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4mo ago

Hervé Renard Named Tunisia Coach to Finish World Cup Group Stage

The short-term appointment follows Tunisia's heavy opening defeat and will be judged on results in the team's two remaining group matches.

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Overview

  • Tunisia's federation dismissed Sabri Lamouchi and confirmed Hervé Renard as head coach for the remainder of the World Cup after a 5-1 loss to Sweden, a change announced by the FTF on Tuesday.
  • Renard's deal is explicitly short term and covers only the two remaining Group F matches, with the federation saying any longer-term contract will depend on Tunisia's performance.
  • The French coach was reported to be due in Monterrey to take training and speak to the squad as he seeks to rebuild unity and confidence before games against Japan and the Netherlands.
  • Media outlets reported payment details and Lamouchi's severance—Wimwim cited about €200,000 per Renard match and roughly three months' pay for Lamouchi—but those financial figures have not been officially confirmed by the FTF.
  • Renard brings tournament experience and two Africa Cup of Nations titles, a profile that federations use for quick mid-tournament fixes, and his arrival raises immediate sporting and financial questions for Tunisia if the team hopes to remain in the competition.