Tunisia host Uganda on Thursday, 24 September at 19:00 GMT in the opening round of the CAN 2027 qualifiers in Group H. Africafoot’s pre-match assessment has examined the likely line-ups for the encounter.
Tunisia are considered to have the stronger squad, with greater depth than their opponents, particularly in attack. They are expected to line up in a 4-3-3 formation, with Aymen Dahmen starting in goal.
Tunisia’s expected line-up
Goalkeeper: Aymen Dahmen
Defenders: Yan Valery, Ali Maaloul, Mohamed Nasraoui, Montassar Talbi
Midfielders: Ferjani Sassi, Anis Ben Slimane, Ismael Gharbi, Hamza Rafia
Forwards: Elias Achouri, Khalil Ayari, Sebastian Tounekti
Tunisia’s preparation for the match also includes attention to the practical details surrounding the fixture, including the kick-off time, broadcast channel and viewing options.
Uganda’s expected approach
Uganda’s main strength is their organisation when under pressure. Their compact defensive block is designed to remain intact during difficult periods and deny opponents space through the middle of the pitch.
The Cranes are expected to use a 4-2-3-1 system, with two holding midfielders providing extra protection in central areas. The plan will be to keep the defence and midfield close together, while relying on hard-working wide players to limit Tunisia’s advances.
Uganda are also expected to look for quick forward movements when possession is regained. Their central striker is likely to serve as the main outlet for those attacks and the team’s principal route towards goal.
Uganda’s expected line-up
Goalkeeper: Denis Onyango
Defenders: Toby Sibbick, Rogers Torach, Gavin Kizito, Hilary Mukundane
Midfielders: Baba Alhassan, Noble Okello, Kenneth Semakula, Joseph Seremba, Richard Basangwa
Forward: Allan Okello
The fixture will be Uganda’s first match of the CAN 2027 qualifying campaign, with Tunisia also beginning their Group H schedule in this meeting.
The pre-match betting prices listed by 1xbet make Tunisia clear favourites. A Tunisia victory is priced at 1.41, while a draw is valued at 4.20 and an Uganda win at 8.25.