Club Africain forward Fahd Mesmari has escaped serious injury after suffering a head knock during Sunday’s Ligue 1 encounter against Étoile Sportive du Sahel.
The incident occurred on the second matchday of the Tunisian top flight and immediately raised concerns for both the player and his club.
Mesmari was taken off for medical assessment, with fears that the injury could rule him out for an extended period.
However, subsequent examinations brought positive news.
Tests confirmed that the striker had not sustained any significant damage, easing anxieties among the Club Africain camp and their supporters.
The results were ultimately reassuring. No serious injuries were detected, medical staff confirmed, stressing that the player is in stable condition.
Although cleared of major complications, Mesmari has been advised to rest for two days in line with medical recommendations.
The short recovery period is expected to be sufficient, and he could resume light training shortly afterwards.
The club emphasised that the precautionary approach underlines the seriousness with which head injuries are now treated in modern football.
The news will come as a relief to Club Africain, who feared losing a key attacking option so early in the campaign.
Mesmari has been an important part of the squad’s offensive structure, and his availability is viewed as essential in the push for early-season momentum.
Head injuries have become an area of increasing focus in world football, with governing bodies and clubs urged to adopt strict protocols to protect players’ long-term health.
In this instance, the quick intervention of medical staff and the subsequent green light from tests provided an example of those safety measures in practice.
For Club Africain, the outcome allows them to turn their attention back to on-field matters with renewed optimism.
Fans, too, can breathe a collective sigh of relief knowing that the scare has passed without long-term repercussions.
Mesmari’s return will be gradual, ensuring he is fully ready before rejoining competitive action.
But the signs are already positive, and his brief absence is unlikely to disrupt the team’s plans in a significant way.
What could have been a serious setback has instead served as a reminder of the importance of vigilance in protecting players’ wellbeing — and, for Club Africain, confirmation that their striker will be back leading the line sooner rather than later.
