2026 World Cup: "It's a motivating challenge", Hervé Renard on his appointment in Tunisia

Author: Afuane AhmedPublished on: June 17, 2026Country: Tunisia

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2026 World Cup: "It's a motivating challenge", Hervé Renard on his appointment in Tunisia

Hervé Renard has been appointed head coach of Tunisia for the 2026 World Cup. He describes this appointment as a "motivating challenge". The French tactician takes over after Tunisia's recent qualifying campaign.

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