Tunisia finalises AFCON 2025 squad with Maaloul returning

Sports Update: Tunisia's Squad Announcement for 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

Tunisia has announced its 28-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Veteran left-back Ali Maaloul has been recalled to the team as the Carthage Eagles prepare for their Group C matches. Maaloul, aged 35, will be participating in the tournament for the fifth time, having returned to the national team this year after a hiatus of nearly two years.

Under Coach Sami Trabelsi , the squad combines experience and continuity. It includes regular starters in defense and midfield, along with influential players such as Ellyes Skhiri and Hannibal Mejbri . Other key midfield players include Ferjani Sassi and Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane . The attacking lineup features Seifeddine Jaziri , Elias Saad , and Sebastian Tounekti .

Tunisia's AFCON journey will commence on Sat, Dec 23, 2023, in Rabat against Uganda . Subsequent matches will be against Nigeria and Tanzania. Tunisia is marking a record-extending 17th consecutive appearance at Africa's leading international tournament, aiming to build momentum on the continental stage.

Based on reporting by Africanews.