Tunisia U20 W vs Faroe Islands U20 W

The decisive phase came in the first 15 minutes. Tunisia raced to a multi-goal lead by forcing early errors from the Faroe Islands back line. With Eystberg limited to playmaking rather than finishing in the opening period, the Faroese could not find rhythm. By the time Eystberg began converting seven-metre penalties and creating chances after half-time, the deficit was too large to overturn.

Nour Ouni (Tunisia) — The No. 79 was the architect of Tunisia's attack, scoring at least six goals from centre-back and long-distance positions while supplying key assists to Yazidi and Ferchichi.

Silja Eystberg (Faroe Islands) — The team's leading scorer with eight goals, including two penalties. Also drew a suspension in the second half but remained the primary creative outlet with several passes for clear chances.

May Yazidi (Tunisia) — Scored consistently from the right wing, including a goal off a feed from Ouni early in the second half that steadied Tunisia after the restart.

Ranime Cherif (Tunisia) — Provided two assists in addition to a goal from long distance, and made a crucial steal in the 59th minute to kill off any late Faroe Islands momentum.

Player of the match: Nour Ouni.

Tunisia's 15-10 half-time lead reflected a sharp contrast in execution: the Tunisians converted their fast-break opportunities while the Faroe Islands turned the ball over repeatedly in the first period. The Faroe Islands' 14-15 second-half split shows they adjusted at the break, but Tunisia's ability to answer every mini-run — particularly Ferchichi's late goals in response to Ísfeld and Joensen strikes — kept the margin safe.

Neither side had penalties called often (0/0 from 7m for Tunisia on the official report), though Eystberg took two seven-metre throws for Faroe Islands. The match featured several suspensions (two minutes each), reflecting the physical intensity of a President's Cup elimination fight.

Tunisia earned their first two points of the President's Cup and sit level with Croatia, who face Chinese Taipei later on Tuesday. Faroe Islands remain on two points after their opening win but now trail on goal difference in the race for the Placement Matches 17-20. The top team in Group IV advances to the 17th-20th place playoffs.

Both sides play their final group matches on Thursday 2 July — Tunisia face Chinese Taipei, while Faroe Islands meet Croatia.

Tunisia's first-half intensity decided this contest before the Faroe Islands could find their stride. Ouni's midfield control and the defensive discipline around Eystberg provided the platform. For the Faroe Islands, a slow start against a direct rival proved costly — they will need sharper opening periods against Croatia to keep their campaign alive.