AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoWorld Cup Exit: Tunisia’s “Carthage Eagles” are eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after a 4-0 loss to Japan in Monterrey, with Daichi Kamada scoring in the 4th minute, Ayase Ueda netting twice, and Junya Ito adding a fourth as Tunisia failed to spark a comeback under new coach Hervé Renard. Coaching Fallout: The defeat follows the earlier 5-1 loss to Sweden that already cost Sabri Lamouchi his job, leaving Renard with only days to prepare before the final group matches. Tournament Milestone: The Japan-Tunisia match was FIFA’s 1,000th World Cup game, marked by a special commemorative sleeve patch worn by both teams. Off-Pitch Pressure: Tunisia also faces reported visa and entry headaches for the tournament’s US travel, adding to a chaotic campaign. Security & Governance Watch: Tunisia’s tax police are investigating suspected price manipulation in the salt sector, with inspections and audits targeting operators amid claims of major state losses. Humanitarian Incident: In Sidi Bouzid, a woman was seriously injured after a landmine explosion on Mount Mghila in the Jelma delegation, and is undergoing surgery.
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