Club Africain have confirmed a season-ending injury to their defender Hamza Ben Abda following their Tunisian Cup quarter-final defeat to US Monastir on Sunday.
The Tunisian international sustained a serious injury during the match, forcing him off the pitch and dealing a significant blow to the club’s defensive options.
In an official statement released on Monday, the club disclosed that medical scans revealed a fracture in Ben Abda’s left arm.
The 30-year-old underwent successful surgery the same day, and the club is now focused on supporting his recovery in hopes of a swift return to action.
Ben Abda’s injury compounds a disappointing end to the campaign for Club Africain, who were eliminated from the Tunisian Cup after a heavy 3-0 defeat at the hands of Monastir.
The loss means Africain miss out on a place in the semi-finals, extending their wait for a major domestic title.
The club also concluded their Ligue 1 season in fourth place, falling short of a top-three finish that would have secured continental competition for next term.
With both league and cup ambitions dashed, attention has now turned to rebuilding ahead of the next season.
Ben Abda’s absence will likely influence pre-season planning, particularly in defence. His performances this season had been key in several tightly contested matches, and his injury leaves a gap the club must now address.
While the timeline for his full recovery remains uncertain, the club has expressed optimism about his rehabilitation process and pledged continued medical support.
