Mixed fortunes: Tunisian Ligue 1 sides deliver contrasting results in Sunday friendly matches

Ligue 1 sides were in friendly action on Sunday, with Etoile du Sahel and Club Africain recording contrasting outcomes in their respective matches.

Match action from Sunday’s friendlies

At the Sousse Olympic Stadium, Etoile du Sahel suffered a 2-0 defeat against Libyan side Al Nasr.

The home team were unable to find a response as their opponents secured victory, highlighting a difficult outing for the Tunisian club in this friendly encounter.

The match formed part of ongoing preparations, offering both teams an opportunity to assess their squads and build match fitness.

However, Etoile du Sahel were unable to make a breakthrough, while Al Nasr capitalised on their chances to claim a comfortable win.

Elsewhere, at Parc A, Club Africain delivered a more positive performance, beating Khadhra Sport 2-0.

The Tunis-based side showed greater control throughout the match and were rewarded with two goals.

Wills Tene Nkingne opened the scoring for Club Africain, setting the tone for the match and giving his side an early advantage.

Bassem Serarfi later added a second goal to secure the result and ensure a convincing victory.

The friendly fixtures provided a snapshot of the teams’ current form, with Club Africain appearing more effective in front of goal, while Etoile du Sahel were left searching for answers after their defeat.

Although these matches do not carry competitive weight, they remain an important part of preparation, allowing coaches to test tactical approaches and evaluate player performances ahead of future fixtures.

For Club Africain, the result will offer encouragement as they continue their build-up, with both goalscorers contributing to a solid display.

In contrast, Etoile du Sahel may look to address shortcomings revealed during their match against Al Nasr.

Sunday’s results underline the varying outcomes experienced by Ligue 1 sides in friendly competition, with performances differing across fixtures.

As preparations continue, teams are expected to refine their strategies and improve cohesion, using these matches as a platform to build momentum.