Tunisia vs Syria: Opening Match of FIFA Arab Cup 2025
The FIFA Arab Cup 2025 kicks off with Tunisia facing Syria at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar. This inaugural match promises to set the tone for Group A as the Carthage Eagles aim to establish their dominance early in the tournament. Meanwhile, Syria, coming off a solid qualifying win, brings a youthful roster aiming to make a splash on this significant stage.
Match Details
- Fixture: Tunisia vs Syria
- Competition: FIFA Arab Cup 2025 – Group A (Matchday 1)
- Venue: Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan, Qatar
- Date: December 1, 2025
- Kick-off: 14:00 GMT+1 (16:00 local time)
Viewing Information
Fans can catch the live broadcast of the match on various sports channels, including beIN Sports, Al Kass Sports, Abu Dhabi Sports, and Dubai Sports. Make sure to mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on the action!
Tunisia Team News
As they prepare for this significant match, Tunisia carries optimism and a wealth of experience, despite making some adjustments from their full-strength squad that will compete in the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) later this month. Coach Sami Trabelsi has decided to rotate certain positions to cope with the demanding competition schedule.
Injury Update: Naim Sliti has had to withdraw due to injury, leading to Seifeddine Jaziri being called up as his replacement.
Tactical Approach: Trabelsi is expected to adopt a style centered around controlled possession and disciplined defense. The Carthage Eagles will use a mixture of wide plays and midfield organization, aimed at integrating new players without sacrificing team cohesion.
Projected Lineup (4-2-3-1): Dahmen; Maaloul, Haddadi, Meriah, Sahraoui; Neffati, Ben Romdhane; Gharbi, Laayouni, Sassi; Chaouat.
Syria Team News
Syria enters the tournament brimming with confidence after a decisive 2–0 victory over South Sudan in the qualifiers. Their coach, José Lana, leads a squad that combines youthful energy with tactical discipline, eager to prove themselves in this high-stakes match.
Injury Update: No injuries have been reported among the players, allowing for a full-strength side.
Tactical Approach: Expect Lana to utilize a 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on compact defensive blocks and quick transitions. The team will apply pressure early to disrupt Tunisia’s rhythm, leveraging speed on the flanks and aiming to capitalize on counter-attacks.
Projected Lineup (4-2-3-1): Al Shakir; Hanan, Al Shami, Faqa, Kourdoghli; Abraham, Amin; Alsalkhadi, Al Hallak, Al Aswad; Kharbin.
Match Predictions
- Tunisia to Win or Draw
- Under 3.5 Goals
- Score Prediction: Tunisia 2–0 Syria
