Espérance Sportive de Tunis added another trophy to their illustrious cabinet after edging Stade Tunisien 1-0 in the Tunisian Super Cup final on Sunday, August 3, 2025.
The tightly contested encounter at Radès Stadium was decided by a single moment of composure from Youcef Belaïli, whose first-half penalty proved decisive.
Belaïli, the Algerian international, converted from the spot in the 38th minute, delivering a precise strike that left Stade Tunisien goalkeeper helpless.
The goal came after sustained pressure from Espérance, who looked the sharper side in a match where defensive organisation took centre stage.
Despite numerous efforts from Stade Tunisien to find a response, Espérance’s experienced backline maintained their discipline, successfully neutralising their opponent’s attacking threats.
The narrow lead, though slender, was never seriously endangered as the Sang et Or controlled the rhythm of the game with maturity and poise.
The triumph marks a significant milestone for Belaïli, who has now captured his fourth trophy since rejoining Espérance last summer.
His influence continues to grow within the squad, consistently delivering in crucial fixtures and reaffirming his reputation as one of the club’s most decisive players.
Big matches are won in key moments, and Youcef always shows up, remarked one of Espérance’s coaching staff after the game.
Espérance’s victory not only reinforces their dominance on the domestic front but also sets a confident tone for the challenges ahead this season.
With their Super Cup success, the reigning league champions demonstrated once again why they remain the benchmark for Tunisian football excellence.
For Stade Tunisien, the defeat was a bitter pill to swallow.
The side, which had displayed resilience throughout the match, was left ruing missed opportunities, particularly in the second half when they struggled to convert possession into meaningful chances.
Their valiant effort, however, fell just short against a side renowned for its experience and tactical nous in high-stakes encounters.
As the celebrations unfolded at Radès, Espérance’s focus swiftly turned to the upcoming domestic campaign and their ambitions on the continental stage.
The Super Cup win adds momentum to their quest for continued supremacy, as the Sang et Or aim to extend their dominance beyond Tunisia’s borders.
For Belaïli and his teammates, the message was clear: Espérance are still the team to beat.
