Stade Tunisien Aims to Reclaim Leadership with Victory over ASM
With four wins and two draws under their belt, Stade Tunisien boasts impressive statistics that are hard to ignore. Today, as they host ASM at Hedi Ennaifer, Chokri Khatoui's team intends to validate their position once again and reclaim the leadership they "temporarily" ceded to ESZ.
Recent Success in C3 Preliminary Match
Following a convincing win in the C3 preliminary match against Mauritania's AS SNIM, Stade Tunisien aims to confirm their championship title and maintain their current winning streak as they face off against the northern suburban team in their Bardo stronghold.
Victory is a Must
The team's goal is clear: victory and nothing but victory to stay on a roll and approach the next matches with serenity. Upcoming challenges include facing ESS in Sousse, hosting ES Zarzis, and the return leg against the Mauritanian representative in the CAF Cup. So, what are the current dispositions of the Bardolais team, and what can we expect from their starting lineup against the Saf-Saf team?
Probable Starting Lineup
Initially, Chokri Khatoui may choose to retain most of the players who performed well in the last match, with some adjustments in midfield and attack.
A Paying Rotation
Against AS SNIM, the Stade coach opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation with a defensive line consisting of Sghaier, Sahraoui, Khalfa, and Sayhi. The two full-backs, Touré and Ouerghemi, played behind the attacking trio of Khemissi on the left, Saafi on the right, and Haboubi in the center, just behind the striker Nidaye.
However, against ASM, the two midfield pivots, Smaali and Mahamat Thiam, may both vie for a starting spot, while the offensive midfielder Amath Ndaw may also be launched from the start. Additionally, while the same defensive quartet is likely to start, the attack may see changes, with Amir Jaouadi, Moncef Gharbi, and Firas Aifia potentially being introduced from the beginning or incorporated during the game.
Flexibility is Key
This afternoon, regardless of the starting lineup chosen by Khatoui, one thing is certain: the Stade Tunisien coach has consistently shown his ability to make adjustments, rotate players, and adapt to situations as needed.
