Tunis Derby Thriller Ends in 2–2 Draw as Espérance Fights Back
The Tunisian capital derby between Espérance Sportive de Tunis and Club Africain delivered high drama, ending in a 2–2 draw despite Espérance playing with 10 men.
🟥 Club Africain Takes the Lead
Club Africain looked set for victory after goals from:
Abdelmoumen Djabou (15’)
Tijani Belaid (57’)
🇨🇲 Ndjeng to the Rescue
But Cameroonian striker Yannick Ndjeng had other plans. With a stunning brace in the 81st and 87th minutes, he salvaged a crucial point for Espérance.
📊 Updated League Standings (After the Derby)
| Position | Club | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Club Africain | 32 |
| 2 | Etoile du Sahel | 31 |
| 3 | Club Sportif Sfaxien | 25 |
| 4 | Espérance de Tunis | 24 |
| 5 | Club Athlétique Bizertin | 23 |
| 6 | Espérance de Zarzis | 22 |
| 7 | Stade Tunisien | 22 |
| 8 | Avenir Sportif de La Marsa | 21 |
| 9 | JS Kairouanaise | 17 |
| 10 | Club Sportif Hammam-Lif | 16 |
| 11 | Stade Gabésien | 16 |
| 12 | Union Sportive Monastirienne | 13 |
| 13 | El Gawafel Sportives de Gafsa | 11 |
| 14 | Etoile Sportive de Metlaoui | 10 |
| 15 | Avenir Sportif de Gabès | 8 |
| 16 | Avenir Sportif de Djerba | 7 |
🔍 Takeaway
Despite the draw, Etoile du Sahel remains in contention at the top, while Espérance gains confidence from their late comeback. The title race in Tunisia is heating up!
