Preview: Tunisia vs. Uganda in Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier

TUNIS, Tunisia (Interstat) — Tunisia will host Uganda in a critical Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025, with the visiting Cranes carrying momentum and a favorable projection into the match.

The game, part of the final round of AFCON qualifying for the 2025 tournament, pits a Ugandan side fresh off a victory against a Tunisian squad whose recent form is a mystery. Uganda defeated Botswana 1-0 on the road on Oct. 9 in its last official outing. Tunisia’s most recent result on record is from 1970, indicating a significant gap in available competitive data.

According to the Interstat game simulator, the match is projected to end in a 1-0 victory for Uganda. Such an upset would severely complicate Tunisia’s path to the continental finals.

Uganda will look to build on its road result in Botswana and navigate a compact schedule. Following the trip to Tunisia, the Cranes will host Tanzania on Dec. 27 and Nigeria on Dec. 30 in their final Group Stage matches.

For Tunisia, the match is the start of a demanding three-game stretch to conclude qualifying. After hosting Uganda, the Eagles of Carthage must travel to face Nigeria on Dec. 27 and Tanzania on Dec. 30.

The pressure rests heavily on the home side. A defeat, as projected, would leave Tunisia with likely must-win scenarios in its two subsequent road fixtures. Uganda, meanwhile, can seize control of its qualification destiny with a positive result, leveraging any uncertainty surrounding the Tunisians’ current form.

Historically, Tunisia has been a powerhouse in African football, but the simulator’s prediction underscores the perceived vulnerability of the home team in this specific matchup. Uganda’s disciplined defensive performance in Botswana provides a blueprint for challenging Tunisia.

The fixture will be played at a Tunisian venue to be announced. Weather is expected to be cool and clear.

Upcoming Schedules:

Uganda: Dec. 27 vs. Tanzania (AFCON); Dec. 30 vs. Nigeria (AFCON).

Tunisia: Dec. 27 at Nigeria (AFCON); Dec. 30 at Tanzania (AFCON).