Monterrey, June 21 -- Coach Herve Renard admitted Tunisia's heavy 4-0 defeat to Japan fell well below expectations, saying the result reflected the clear gap between the two teams on the night.

Despite being eliminated, he stressed the importance of professionalism and urged his players to stay focused with one match remaining.

Renard said the squad must regroup and prepare to fight in their final group game against the Netherlands, emphasising the need to finish the tournament with responsibility and commitment despite two consecutive losses.

Japan produced a commanding display to overwhelm Tunisia 4-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F encounter at Estadio Monterrey, recording their first four-goal performance in World Cup history ...