Tunisia host Uganda in an AFCON 2027 qualifier in Radès. Read match details, team news, players to watch, betting markets, and predictions.
Tunisia welcome Uganda to Radès on Thursday night as both countries begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaigns.
The Cranes enter Group H already assured of a finals place because Uganda will co-host the tournament with Kenya and Tanzania, but this fixture is far from a formality. It offers coach Paul a demanding competitive test against one of Africa’s most experienced national teams.
Tunisia must qualify on the pitch. The Carthage Eagles are pursuing an 18th consecutive AFCON appearance and want a strong start before facing Botswana. Uganda’s next assignment is against Libya in Hoima on 29 September.
Match details
| Detail | Information |
| Fixture | Tunisia vs Uganda |
| Competition | AFCON 2027 qualifying, Group H |
| Date | Thursday, 24 September 2026 |
| Kick-off | 10:00 pm EAT |
| Venue | Stade Olympique Hammadi-Agrebi, Radès |
| Group rivals | Libya and Botswana |
Why the qualifier matters to Uganda
Automatic qualification gives Uganda room to assess combinations without reducing the fixture’s value. This away test can reveal whether the Cranes can withstand pressure and create chances against disciplined opponents.
Put selected a squad blending experience and youth. Denis Onyango brings leadership in goal, while Toby Sibbick, Rogers Torach, Aziz Kayondo and Kenneth Ssemakula offer defensive options. Allan Okello, Travis Mutyaba, Rogers Mato, Denis Omedi and Steven Mukwala provide attacking variety.
Several featured when Tunisia beat Uganda 3-1 at AFCON 2025. The Cranes must now compete better in midfield, defend crosses and prevent Tunisia from dictating the tempo.
Head-to-head and current context
| Category | Record |
| Meetings | Eighth official clash. |
| Overall (Kawowo Sports) | Tunisia have won all seven, scoring 19 goals and conceding two. |
| AFCON qualifiers | Tunisia lead 8-0 on aggregate. |
| Latest meeting | Tunisia 3-1 Uganda, 23 December 2025; Denis Omedi scored. |
| Tunisia form (BBC) | Five winless, including four defeats. |
| Uganda form | Recent results have also been difficult. |
Historical dominance does not guarantee another home victory.
Tactical outlook
Tunisia are likely to control territory and use their full-backs to stretch Uganda. Ferjani Sassi and Aissa Laidouni bring midfield authority, while Elyes Achouri offers direct running from wide areas.
Uganda may prefer a compact structure and quick attacks after turnovers. Mutyaba’s familiarity with Tunisian football could help, while Okello’s creativity and Mukwala’s movement can turn recoveries into chances.
Set pieces could be decisive. Uganda must avoid unnecessary fouls around the box and defend first contacts, while making better use of their own dead-ball opportunities.
A composed opening phase would help Uganda settle, quieten the home crowd and avoid giving Tunisia control of the contest.
Players to watch
Travis Mutyaba: The CS Sfaxien attacker knows the local environment. His close control could give Uganda an outlet.
Denis Onyango: The veteran’s communication and handling will be essential if Tunisia dominate territory.
Allan Okello: Uganda needs his passing imagination and set-piece delivery.
Elyes Achouri: The winger scored twice in the 3-1 AFCON victory. His pace and finishing make him dangerous again.
Ferjani Sassi: Recalled by Tunisia, Sassi can control the rhythm and support attacks from midfield.
Tunisia vs Uganda betting markets
Bangbet Uganda users can review several markets, but every selection carries risk and prices can change before kick-off.
1X2: Tunisia’s home advantage and perfect head-to-head record may make the hosts favourites. Uganda’s automatic qualification, however, should not be interpreted as a lack of motivation.
Double chance: Tunisia or draw offers broader coverage than a home-win selection, usually at a shorter price.
Total goals: A disciplined Ugandan approach could make the under-goals markets worth examining. The previous competitive meeting produced four goals, so recent team news and starting line-ups should guide any decision.
Both teams to score: Uganda scored in the latest meeting but not in the previous six, illustrating this market’s uncertainty.
Anytime goalscorer: Confirm the starting elevens before considering players such as Achouri, Mukwala or Omedi. A player named in the squad is not guaranteed to start.
Match prediction
Tunisia have the stronger historical record and home advantage, but their poor recent run suggests Uganda can make the contest more competitive than earlier meetings. The Cranes’ best route is a compact defensive display, disciplined set-piece work and quick transitions through Mutyaba and Okello.
Prediction: Tunisia 2-0 Uganda. This is an editorial assessment, not an assured outcome.
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Verdict
The result will not determine Uganda’s final place, but the performance will measure progress since the Morocco defeat. Stronger duels, cleaner transitions and sustained concentration could give the Cranes a platform. Tunisia remain favourites, yet their winless run offers Uganda encouragement before facing Libya.
