Struggling to Bounce Back from a Home Defeat
Still reeling from a home loss to Métlaoui Miners, Marsa's team, currently in the danger zone, cannot afford to lose face against another direct opponent, Etoile du Sahel.
A Disappointing Return to the Elite League
The return of Banlieusards to the top league has not been going well. Marsa's team is struggling to find their rhythm, as evidenced by their latest defeat at home against ESM, a direct opponent in the battle for survival. This unexpected loss comes after a resounding 6-0 victory in Béja, the largest margin of victory in the championship so far.
Home Performance Raises Concerns
At home, Avenir de La Marsa is no longer the invincible team they once were. Out of five matches played at Chtioui, Marsa's team has only won two, drawn one, and lost two. Overall, their performance in the 10 matches played since the start of the season has been inconsistent. With a poor record, ASM is currently ranked 10th with 10 points, just three points ahead of the last-placed team, AS Gabès.
A Crucial Match Against ESS
Tonight, ASM will host another direct opponent in the battle for survival, ESS, which is ranked 12th and only one point behind. If they want to distance themselves from the relegation zone, a win is the only option.
Key Player Suspended
Tonight, Marsa's coach, Ameur Derbal, will be without the services of one of his key players, left-back Oussama Jebali, who is suspended due to accumulated yellow cards. To replace him, the coach has the option to choose between Salem Taj Islam and Hédi Hichri. Despite this absence, he can still rely on the experience of Sami Hlel to lead his defense.
The Team's Prospects
For the rest of the team, Ameur Derbal will have to rely on the same players, including his top scorer, Ahmed Hadhri. In midfield, the two foreign recruits, Nigerian Philip Adejoh and Ivorian Ricky Hans Gneba, are always ready to play. With the squad at his disposal, the Marsa coach is capable of achieving better results and meeting the expected objective for this season: ensuring survival. All it takes is a spark, and the results will follow.
Predicted Lineup
The predicted lineup for tonight's match is: Hlel, Chaouech, Karoui, Arfaoui, Taj Islam (Hichri), Gneba, Naji, Adejoh, Benhmida, Traidi, and Hadhri.
