Hannibal takes to social media to address Tunisia chaos

It’s fair to say Tunisia’s start to the 2026 World Cup couldn’t have gone much worse.

Having been ceremoniously thrashed 5-1 by Sweden in their opening group game, manager Sabri Lamouchi was immediately fired.

In comes experienced Frenchman Herve Renard, who is tasked with turning around their fortunes in a matter of days ahead of Sunday’s 5am clash (UK time) against Japan.

With Netherlands to follow in their final group game, Tunisia’s task of qualifying for the knockout stages looks to be a daunting one.

Despite being on the receiving end of a heavy scoreline, Burnley’s Hannibal still managed to shine against the Swedes.

The 23-year-old was Tunisia’s only real bright spark, setting up the assist for Omar Rekik to pull one back just before half time.

The midfielder provided a teasing, curling cross that Rekik did well to glance past goalkeeper Kristoffer Nordfeldt, who was left rooted to the spot.

The former Manchester United youngster also created three chances, boasted a 100 per cent successful dribble rate, played 18 passes into the final third and won 10 of his 12 ground duels.

After a chaotic few days for everyone involved in the Tunisia setup, Hannibal broke his silence with a post on social media.

“Not the way we wanted to start the tournament, you fans deserve better,” he penned on Instagram.

“We will respond in the right way and be ready for the next challenge. Together.”