After the Semi‑Failure in Métlaoui, the “Blood and Gold” Aim to Bounce Back in Béja
Source: La Presse
Match Recap – Métlaoui
Caught out by the scoreline, Houssem Tka’s side could only scrape a single point away from Métlaui. The disappointment sets the stage for a second, high‑stakes away fixture in Béja later this afternoon.
Why Béja Matters for Patrice Beaumelle
Patrice Beaumelle’s first official outing as head coach at Métlaoui ended in a let‑down, so a swift recovery in Béja is essential. However, Olympique de Béja have been formidable at home, winning their last two league games against USM and ASS.
- Recent form: Béja are unbeaten at home but suffered a defeat on the road at the Bardo.
- Goal for Espérance: Even a draw would be a step forward, but the ambition is to secure a victory and reignite the positive run started by former coach Christian Bracconi, who delivered three consecutive wins across the domestic league and the Champions League.
Squad Updates
| Player | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Béchir Ben Said | Fit | Returned from injury after missing the last two league matches. |
| Kouceila Boualia | Fit | Rested in the previous game. |
| Mohamed Amine Tougaï | Fit | Rested in the previous game. |
| Florian Danho | Fit | Suspension served; available for selection. |
| Ibrahima Keita | Suspended | Serving a warning‑related ban. |
| Potential replacements for Keita | – | Mohamed Ben Ali, Mohamed Dräger, or Elyas Bouzaiene. |
“We must bring a win from Béja to restore the momentum built by Christian Bracconi,” said Beaumelle.
What’s at Stake?
- Points: A win would keep Espérance in the chase for the league title and improve their seeding for the Champions League.
- Momentum: Restoring confidence after the Métlaoui setback is crucial for the squad’s morale.
- Coach’s Credibility: Beaumelle’s early tenure will be judged on his ability to turn around the team’s fortunes quickly.
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