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Celtic Star Speaks Out as International Fan Fury Erupts

Sebastian Tounekti admitted Tunisia should be winning at home after the Celtic winger featured in Thursday night’s 1-1 draw with Uganda. The 24-year-old started on the left and played 69 minutes in Mouine Chaabani’s first match in charge, but Tunisia…

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 4:26 PM
Celtic Star Speaks Out as International Fan Fury Erupts
Key Things to Know
  • Tunisia drew their Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Uganda after Rogers Mato scored an equalizer.
  • Celtic winger Tounekti faced online criticism alongside teammates after playing 69 minutes in the fixture.
  • Tounekti stated players need time under new manager Mouine Chaabani but insisted Tunisia must win at home.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Celtic winger Sebastian Tounekti spoke out following fan criticism after Tunisia was held to a draw by Uganda in their opening Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match. Hearts winger Rogers Mato scored Uganda's second-half equalizer, canceling out Tunisia's early lead in manager Mouine Chaabani's first game in charge.

Tounekti, who played 69 minutes, acknowledged the squad needs time to adjust under Chaabani, their fourth permanent manager of the calendar year. However, he emphasized that Tunisia must win home games and called for a stronger mentality ahead of their upcoming qualifier against Botswana.

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