The first matchday of the 2025-2026 Tunisian Ligue 1 championship kicked off with intensity and surprises, highlighting JS Omrane, who took the lead in the standings thanks to their emphatic 3-1 victory over Étoile du Sahel. This success, marked by three goals scored before and after the break, allowed JS Omrane to secure a strong position from the very start of the season, demonstrating optimal preparation and promising form for the upcoming challenges.
Other matches also delivered their share of emotions. US Ben Guerdane confirmed their solidity by winning 2-0 against Olympique de Béja, with goals from Idris Mhirssi and Iyed Haj Khelifa. Meanwhile, Espérance de Zarzis caused a sensation at the Sfax stadium by beating Club Sportif Sfaxien 2-1, notably thanks to a double by Moomen Rahmani who responded to Travis Mutyaba’s brief equalizer. The 1-1 draw between US Monastirienne and Stade Tunisien also reflects the balance at the top of this championship.
The provisional standings after this first matchday reflect these tight results: JS Omrane, US Ben Guerdane, Espérance de Zarzis, Club Africain, and JS Kairouanaise share first place with 3 points each, while several teams including Étoile du Sahel and Olympique de Béja are still seeking their first points. This setup highlights a highly competitive league from the very first rounds, with no team clearly dominating so far.
This new season of the Tunisian Ligue 1 promises to be exciting, offering high-intensity play and unexpected surprises right from the kickoff. The dynamism shown by clubs like JS Omrane and the competitive performances of other teams promise a spectacle-rich championship where every match will count in the race for European qualification places and to avoid relegation. Supporters can therefore expect a fierce battle throughout the upcoming matchdays.