Tunisia squad touch down in Malabo ahead of 2026 World Cup qualifier

Tunisia’s national team arrived in Malabo on Saturday night as they prepare to face Equatorial Guinea in a decisive 2026 World Cup qualifying encounter.

The Carthage Eagles travelled on a special flight from Tunis Carthage Airport earlier in the day, touching down in the Equatorial Guinean capital to complete the final leg of their journey.

Their arrival marks the beginning of the last phase of preparations for Monday’s Group H clash.

Sami Trabelsi’s side will train only once on Malabo soil before taking to the pitch, with that session scheduled for Sunday evening.

The workout will serve as both a tactical rehearsal and a chance for players to acclimatise to local conditions ahead of the high-stakes fixture.

In addition to the training session, coach Trabelsi is expected to address the media at a press conference later today, where he will outline his expectations for the match and provide updates on his squad’s readiness.

The contest itself, set for Monday 8 September, is part of the eighth round of matches in Group H of the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.

Tunisia, who are seeking to extend their proud record of reaching global finals, know the meeting in Malabo could play a crucial role in shaping their qualification hopes.

The Carthage Eagles have built momentum in the campaign and will be eager to reinforce their position near the top of the group standings.

Equatorial Guinea, meanwhile, will be determined to make the most of home advantage and keep their own qualification ambitions alive.

The fixture promises to be fiercely contested, with both sides aware of the fine margins that often decide African qualifying campaigns.

For Tunisia, the visit to Malabo offers both a challenge and an opportunity: the challenge of facing a spirited opponent in front of a passionate home crowd, and the opportunity to edge closer to securing a place at football’s most prestigious tournament. With limited preparation time, the focus for Trabelsi and his players will be on discipline, concentration and execution under pressure.

The spotlight now turns to Sunday’s press conference, where the coach’s words and team news will set the tone for what lies ahead.

By Monday evening, Tunisia will know whether their trip to Equatorial Guinea has brought them one step closer to realising their World Cup ambitions.