As Tunisia named former Morocco coach Hervé Renard their head coach for the rest of the 2026 World Cup, the ambiguity has been eliminated.

Renard steps in for coach Sabri Lamouchi following a devastating 5-1 loss to Sweden in their first game that sparked public outrage and calls for quick action.

Renard will lead the team until the World Cup ends, according to the Tunisian Football Federation, with more talks scheduled following the championship event. The seasoned coach, who has led Morocco and Saudi Arabia before, is set to join the team for their next Group F games.

Their next match is against Japan on the 21st at Monterrey Stadium, then a vital group match against a rival on the 26th at Kansas City Stadium.