Alexandre Santos faces crucial test as CS Sfaxien’s CAF Confederation Cup woes threaten his future

Alexandre Santos, coach of CS Sfaxien, finds himself at a crossroads with his one-season contract.

While his rapport with players is respected, his future in Sfaxien hinges on results—especially after a series of disappointing performances in the CAF Confederation Cup. Santos’ side has suffered three consecutive defeats in the group stage, placing their quarter-final hopes in serious jeopardy.

Despite a commanding 4-1 victory over Soliman in the league, the team’s overall performance has fallen short of expectations. With only 17 points from 5 matches and sitting 7th in the championship standings, the pressure is mounting.

Santos, who signed last summer with clear objectives for the season, now faces urgent talks with the club’s leadership. The focus will be on turning around the team’s fortunes, starting with an upcoming match against Métlaoui on Sunday. The clock is ticking, and if the results do not improve soon, Santos may find his tenure in Sfaxien coming to an abrupt end.