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Tunisia's coach has issued a strong warning to the Super Falcons team ahead of their WAFCON clash.
Tunisia women’s national team head coach, Kamel Saada, has admitted that Nigeria’s Super Falcons remain the continent’s most formidable side but they are beatable as he prepares his team for a difficult Group B opener at the 2024 TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.
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Tunisia, who reached the quarterfinals in the last edition of WAFCON in 2022, have been drawn in what many consider the "Group of Death", alongside Nigeria, Algeria, and Botswana.
What Saada said
In an exclusive interview with CAFOnline, the tactician acknowledged the formidable quality of Nigeria’s nine-time champions and described the group as one of the most competitive in the tournament.
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“It’s a tough group. Everyone knows the quality of Nigeria. Algeria is improving fast. Botswana too. We’re not underestimating anyone. We’ll need to be disciplined, focused, and play our best football,” Saada stated.
Despite the daunting task ahead, Saada remains optimistic, emphasising that Tunisia’s approach will be match-by-match, focusing on tactical discipline, mental strength, and physical conditioning.
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“We’re preparing match by match with attention to physical, tactical, and mental aspects. All players are present. The mindset is good. The team that plays smart, cohesive football can pull off surprises,” he said.
The Tunisian gaffer is also banking on the experience of his veteran players to guide the newer generation and ins till the mental toughness required to compete at the highest level.
“They share their stories, offer motivation, and emphasize the details that make the difference: focus, commitment from the first match, the importance of the final minutes,” Saada explained.
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Since taking over in July 2024, Saada has been overseeing a generational transition in the Carthage Eagles’ setup, blending seasoned internationals like Mariem Houij and Chaima Abbassi with a vibrant influx of young talent from the U-17, U-20, and U-21 national teams.
Tunisia’s WAFCON 2024 campaign will begin against Nigeria’s Super Falcons in Casablanca on Sunday, July 6, with further matches against Algeria and Botswana in Group B.
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