Espérance Sportive de Tunis secured a commanding 3‑0 win over Avenir Sportif de Soliman in a rescheduled 19th-round Tunisian league match, with Koceila Boualia scoring once again to underline his growing influence at the club.
The first-half display set the tone, with Danho opening the scoring early, before Boualia doubled the advantage in the 31st minute.
The former JS Kabylie forward controlled the ball expertly and finished with precision, leaving the Soliman goalkeeper with no chance.
The victory was sealed before half-time as Mohamed Amine Ben Hamida converted a penalty in stoppage time.
Boualia, who started the match and earned a rating of 7.5, was influential throughout, showcasing intelligence between the lines, accurate passing, and threatening attacking runs.
His second goal of the match highlighted his ability to deliver in key moments and contributed decisively to the team’s victory.
This win takes Espérance to 43 points, keeping them firmly in contention for the Tunisian league title, just two points shy of the leaders. Soliman, by contrast, remain at the foot of the table with 13 points, struggling to convert opportunities into points.
Encore un BANGER de Boualia et frappe magnifique pour le deuxième but ! 🇩🇿 💫 pic.twitter.com/P6DOSVH0gf
— Espérance Time (@EsperanceTime_) February 17, 2026
Since his arrival from JS Kabylie this summer, Boualia has adapted quickly to Tunisian football.
In all competitions this season, he has scored seven goals, including five in the league and two in the African Champions League, confirming his role as a key attacking asset for the Blood and Gold club.
The match demonstrated Espérance’s clinical finishing and collective efficiency, particularly in taking advantage of the chances they created.
Boualia’s continuing form ensures that the team has both a reliable scorer and a creative threat in attack, strengthening their campaign as they push for the league title.
