ES Tunis will begin their Club World Cup journey on 14 June, as the Tunisian giants prepare to represent Africa in the inaugural expanded edition of the tournament, running through to 13 July in the United States.
Drawn into Group D, the Tunisian club faces a challenging schedule, set to compete against continental champions Flamengo (Brazil), Club León (Mexico), and Chelsea (England) in what promises to be a demanding group stage.
As one of only three African teams among the 32 participants, ES Tunis carry the hopes of a continent, and head into the tournament with a fully assembled squad of 32 players, including three goalkeepers, in line with FIFA’s tournament regulations.
The club officially announced its travelling party earlier this week, with the team already training in the United States in preparation for the opening fixture.
Group D Fixtures for ES Tunis:
- Flamengo vs ES Tunis – Tuesday, 17 June at 01:00 (local time)
- Club León vs ES Tunis – Friday, 20 June at 22:00 (local time)
- ES Tunis vs Chelsea – Wednesday, 25 June at 01:00 (local time)
The schedule places ES Tunis in direct competition with some of the most decorated clubs across the globe, each bringing their own distinct styles and tactical systems.
Flamengo, winners of the Copa Libertadores, present a strong South American challenge, while Club León adds the flair and tenacity of Liga MX. Chelsea, with their depth and European pedigree, are expected to be one of the most formidable sides in the tournament.
Full Squad of ES Tunis for the Club World Cup:
Goalkeepers:
Bechir Ben Said
Amanallah Memmiche
Mohamed Sedki Debchi
Defenders:
Yassine Meriah
Mohamed Amine Tougai
Hamza Jelassi
Raed Bouchniba
Mohamed Ben Ali
Mohamed Amine Ben Hamida
Ayman Ben Mohamed
Midfielders:
Onuche Ogbelu
Khalil Guenichi
Chiheb Jebali
Mohamed Wael Derbali
Houssem Tka
Abdramane Konate
Yan Sasse
Youcef Belaili
Elias Mokwana
Forwards:
Achref Jabri
Rodrigo Rodrigues
Haythem Dhaou
Led by a mix of experienced internationals and emerging domestic talents, ES Tunis arrive in the United States with the ambition of making an impact on the world stage. Among the squad, notable names include veteran playmaker Youcef Belaili and Brazilian forward Rodrigo Rodrigues, both expected to play key roles in the attacking phase.
Midfield dynamism will be vital for ES Tunis to match up against technically gifted opposition, with players like Houssem Tka and Nigerian youngster Onuche Ogbelu tasked with linking defence to attack. In defence, the presence of seasoned centre-backs Yassine Meriah and Mohamed Amine Tougai will be critical in organising the backline against top-tier forwards.
As the tournament gets underway, ES Tunis will aim to defy expectations and advance beyond the group stage. While the competition is fierce, the club’s supporters remain hopeful that their side can rise to the occasion and showcase the strength of Tunisian football on the global stage.
