

Stade Tunisien and US Ben Guerdane played out a goalless draw in a Tunisian Professional League 1 fixture on May 8, 2026. The stalemate did little to boost either side's ambitions, leaving them stuck in mid-table mediocrity.
Match Description
The match at Stade Chedly Zouiten in Tunis was a cautious affair from the start, with both teams seemingly content not to lose. The first half produced few clear-cut chances; Stade Tunisien had the better of the possession but failed to test the visiting goalkeeper significantly. US Ben Guerdane defended deep and looked dangerous on the counter, but their final ball let them down.
The second half followed a similar pattern. Stade Tunisien pushed forward more after the hour mark, but their finishing was wayward. A header from a corner went just wide, and a long-range effort was comfortably saved. Ben Guerdane's best opportunity came in the 78th minute when a mistake by the Stade Tunisien defense allowed a shot from inside the box, but the home goalkeeper made a sharp save to keep the score level.
Tactical Observations
- Stade Tunisien's dominance in possession – They controlled the midfield but lacked a cutting edge.
- US Ben Guerdane's defensive organization – They were well-drilled and limited space effectively.
Standings Impact
The point leaves Stade Tunisien on 32 points in 9th place, while US Ben Guerdane are just behind on 30 points in 10th. Neither team is in immediate danger of relegation, but they are also far from the top-six places. Both will need to find more attacking impetus if they hope to push up the table in the remaining rounds.