Tunisia’s Road to CAN 2015: Full Preparation Program Revealed
With less than a month to go until the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) kicks off in Equatorial Guinea, Tunisia has officially unveiled its detailed preparation plan. The Carthage Eagles, led by Belgian coach Georges Leekens, will undergo three training camps and play three friendly matches before flying out on January 14.
🇹🇳 Tunisia’s CAN 2015 Preparation Schedule
➤ Camp 1: Monastir (January 2–8)
Focus: Initial fitness and tactical drills
Friendly match: January 7 vs Opponent TBD
➤ Camp 2: Hammamet (January 8–12)
Focus: Strategic integration and match rhythm
Friendly match: January 11 vs Algeria in Radès
➤ Camp 3: Monastir (January 12–14)
Final preparations and departure
Friendly match: Date TBD vs Opponent TBD
📅 Departure for Equatorial Guinea: January 14
❌ Alaeddine Yahia Withdraws
The program comes on the heels of the surprise withdrawal of defender Alaeddine Yahia, who has opted to focus on club duties with Caen. Coach Leekens confirmed the player’s decision during his press briefing.
🏆 Group Stage Outlook
Tunisia faces a balanced but competitive Group B:
🇿🇲 Zambia
🇨🇩 DR Congo
🇨🇻 Cape Verde
With Algeria already having announced its 23-man squad, Tunisia’s final list will be unveiled on January 7.
With a structured and progressive build-up, the Carthage Eagles hope to find cohesion, confidence, and the cutting edge needed to go far in CAN 2015.
