Tunisia has undergone significant changes following a disappointing performance against Sweden, leading to the appointment of Hervé Renard as the new head coach. Despite these adjustments, Renard was unable to achieve a turnaround for the team.
Under his guidance, Tunisia faced a significant setback, suffering a heavy defeat to Japan, which effectively eliminated their chances of advancing in the tournament. This loss means Tunisia joins Haiti and Turkey in exiting the competition.
Additionally, this match was historically significant as it marked the 1,000th match in World Cup history. Japan capitalized on this milestone, achieving their largest-ever win in the tournament, with a decisive 4-0 scoreline. This victory also set a record for the largest win by any Asian team at a World Cup, establishing a new continental benchmark.