Tunisian Cup: Etoile Sportive du Sahel and AS Gabès Set to Advance as Opponents Withdraw
In an unexpected development in the Tunisian Cup, Etoile Sportive du Sahel and AS Gabès are poised to secure their places in the quarter-finals without kicking a ball.
Both clubs’ opponents, ES Fériana and ES Métlaoui respectively, have officially announced their withdrawal from the competition and will not appear for the scheduled round of 16 matches on June 11.
ES Métlaoui cited player fatigue as the primary reason for their decision to pull out, highlighting concerns over the squad’s physical readiness.
Meanwhile, ES Fériana’s withdrawal is attributed to financial difficulties, underscoring the financial challenges some clubs face in sustaining cup runs.
As a result, Etoile Sportive du Sahel and AS Gabès will advance automatically to the next stage of the tournament, while the Tunisian Cup continues to grapple with the broader challenges affecting its lower-tier teams.
