Hervé Renard Leaves Tunisia Job After Just 18 Days

Hervé Renard has officially stepped down as head coach of the Tunisia national team after a mere 18 days in charge. The French manager made the announcement himself, bringing a sudden end to his second stint with the Carthage Eagles. “Before leaving, I want to sincerely thank the Tunisian Football Federation for the opportunity to be part of the journey toward the 2026 World Cup,” Renard said in a statement. “I appreciate their trust, but at this moment, our paths separate.” Renard had only returned to the role in January 2025, but his tenure proved remarkably short. No official reason has been given for the abrupt departure, though speculation is already mounting. The timing leaves Tunisia without a head coach just as World Cup qualifying heats up. The 56-year-old is no stranger to African football, having led Zambia, Ivory Coast, and Morocco to major tournament success. But this brief chapter in Tunis will go down as one of the shortest coaching spells in recent memory, catching fans and pundits off guard.