Japan routs Tunisia 4-0, sends rival out of Group F
Japan moved to second place with four points, while Tunisia joined Turkey and Haiti in being eliminated before the group stage ended.
Japan moved to second place with four points, while Tunisia joined Turkey and Haiti in being eliminated before the group stage ended.
New: Tunisia fired Sabri Lamouchi after a 1-5 loss to Sweden and is now coached by Herve Renard.
Renard will immediately lead preparations for the June 20 match against Japan as Tunisia sits at the bottom of Group F.
Mondher Kebaier is being lined up as interim coach as Tunisia still has matches against Japan and the Netherlands.
The result gives Sweden an early lead in Group F and strong momentum ahead of matches against the Netherlands and Japan.
First meeting at a World Cup finals; Sweden lean on Isak and Gyokeres, while Tunisia arrive after a 0-5 loss to Belgia.
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