Tunisian football club Esperance, the reigning champions of the Tunisian Premier League, announced the dismissal of coach Maher Kanzari on Sunday after the team suffered a 1-0 loss to Stade Malien in the CAF Champions League. The decision, communicated through the club's social media platforms, was made by club president Hamdi Meddeb, who stated that the relationship with Kanzari has come to an end. The club is expected to announce the new coaching staff in the days to come.

Kanzari took over as head coach in March following the departure of Romanian coach Laurențiu Reghecampf, but faced criticism for the inconsistent performance of the team. This latest dismissal adds to the unstable atmosphere surrounding the club as they aim to reclaim their dominant position in both national and continental competitions. The team's form has been under scrutiny, particularly in light of their recent results in the CAF Champions League.

Looking ahead, Esperance is preparing to face Angolan side Petro de Luanda in a crucial match that will determine their progression in the CAF Champions League. Currently, Esperance sits second in Group D with six points, tied with Petro de Luanda, and trailing five points behind group leaders Stade Malien. In the national league, Esperance is also placed second with 40 points, just two points behind the league leaders, adding more pressure on the club to quickly stabilize its coaching situation.