Espérance de Tunis confirm Riadh Bennour exit as Chokri El Ouaer takes over

Espérance Sportive de Tunis have officially confirmed the departure of Riadh Bennour, with Chokri El Ouaer taking over his responsibilities following a handover meeting held at Parc B on Tuesday.

The Tunisian club announced the management change in an official statement, bringing an end to Bennour’s tenure after he previously submitted his resignation following the team’s defeat in the Tunis derby against Club Africain in the league.

A formal transition meeting took place at the club’s training headquarters, where Bennour transferred his duties to former Tunisia international Chokri El Ouaer, who now steps into the role at one of the country’s most successful football institutions.

The decision follows a difficult period for Espérance after the derby loss to long-time rivals Club Africain intensified pressure around the club.

Bennour had tendered his resignation shortly after that defeat, with the club now confirming his exit officially.

Espérance did not provide additional details regarding the duration or structure of El Ouaer’s responsibilities, but the appointment marks an important administrative change ahead of the next phase for the Tunisian side.

Bennour leaves after serving the club during a demanding campaign in which expectations remained high both domestically and on the continental stage.

His resignation came amid growing disappointment following the derby setback, a result that carried significant weight given the rivalry between the two Tunis clubs.

The handover at Parc B symbolises the beginning of a new chapter for Espérance as the club seeks stability and continuity moving forward.

El Ouaer, a respected figure in Tunisian football, now assumes responsibility during an important period for the former African champions.

Espérance remain one of the most decorated clubs in African football, and attention will now turn to how the leadership transition influences the team in the coming months following Bennour’s official departure.