Tunisia Squad Announcement for Senegal Clashes Expected Thursday
Tunisia’s national team coach, Georges Leekens, is set to unveil his squad for the upcoming double-header against Senegal in the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers this Thursday. The announcement will take place during a press conference at the Tunisian Football Federation headquarters, scheduled for 1:30 p.m. local time.
Sources close to the team suggest that the list is expected to remain largely unchanged from the one that featured in Tunisia’s recent qualifying victories over Botswana and Egypt. Leekens appears to be banking on continuity as the Carthage Eagles prepare for two crucial fixtures that could shape their path to Morocco 2015.
The main question mark revolves around the fitness of defender Bilel Mohsni. The Rangers centre-back is reportedly nursing an injury that could rule him out of the first encounter against Senegal. Medical assessments are ongoing, and a final decision on his inclusion may come down to the wire.
Tunisia currently sit in a strong position in their qualifying group, having displayed resilience and discipline in their earlier matches. Facing Senegal twice in quick succession, however, will pose a significant test. The West African giants boast a squad brimming with attacking talent and are widely considered favourites in the group.
Coach Leekens, who took the reins earlier in the year, has managed to stabilise the national side following a period of inconsistency. His upcoming squad selection will reflect both his tactical preferences and Tunisia’s growing ambition to return to the summit of African football.
The official squad list will be closely watched not only by fans, but also by domestic and international observers, with anticipation building ahead of these high-stakes encounters.
