Tunisia take on Canada in World Cup preparation clash

Tunisia national football team continue their preparations for the 2026 World Cup with a friendly match against Canada national football team scheduled for the early hours of Wednesday at BMO Field.

The encounter, set for 00:30 on April 1, forms part of Tunisia’s ongoing build-up under new head coach Sabri Lamouchi, who is seeking to assess his squad ahead of upcoming international commitments.

Tunisia enter the match in positive form following a 1-0 victory over Haiti, a result that marked a successful start to Lamouchi’s tenure.

The performance provided early encouragement, with the team showing signs of organisation and control as they begin adapting to the coach’s methods.

Canada, meanwhile, approach the fixture after a 2-2 draw against Iceland, underlining their competitive edge and attacking threat.

The North American side are expected to provide a stern test, given their experience at international level and their familiarity with high-intensity matches.

For Tunisia, the friendly represents more than just a result. Lamouchi is expected to rotate his squad, offering opportunities to a wider group of players in order to evaluate different tactical options.

The approach reflects a broader objective of building depth and identifying key combinations ahead of major competitions.

This training camp is part of a structured preparation programme, with another gathering already planned for May.

Tunisia’s schedule will intensify further in June, when they are set to face Austria national football team in Vienna on June 1, followed by a clash with Belgium national football team in Brussels on June 6.

As preparations continue, Tunisia will aim to build on the momentum gained from their opening win under Lamouchi.

Facing a well-organised Canadian side offers an opportunity to test their progress and refine their approach before the final stages of World Cup preparation.