Hazem Mastouri
CF
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Jun 18, 1997 (29)
Right
6'3"
185 lb
Nets on Thursday
Mastouri scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Thursday's 3-1 defeat to Netherlands.
Analysis: Mastouri scored Tunisia's only goal with a header off Hannibal's corner in the 54th minute. rewarding an energetic center-forward display. Mastouri finished with two shots on target, won five duels and created two chances, making the most of limited service in an otherwise disappointing evening.
Available for Tunisia
Mastouri (undisclosed) has been cleared of any injury concerns after arriving at Tunisia's training camp in full health, with coach Sabri Lamouchi confirming there is nothing to worry about, according to NoussourTN.
Analysis: Mastouri had been the subject of injury rumors in recent days that raised questions about his availability for the tournament, but the attacker himself moved quickly to clarify the situation upon his arrival at camp. The possibility of calling up Issam Jebali of Gamba Osaka as a replacement had been floated but is no longer necessary given Mastouri's clean bill of health. The forward has contributed four goals across 18 appearances for the Aigles de Carthage and will be fully available as Tunisia prepare to face the Netherlands, Japan and Sweden in the group stage.
Could miss World Cup
Mastouri (undisclosed) suffered an injury during training with the Tunisian national team and could miss the World Cup in June, with a replacement potentially called up should he be unable to recover in time.
Analysis: Mastouri's injury is a significant concern for Tunisia heading into the summer tournament, with the forward's fitness now a major question mark. No further details have been provided on the nature or severity of the issue, leaving his World Cup participation uncertain pending further examination. The Tunisian staff will assess his condition closely over the coming days before making any decision on a potential replacement ahead of the tournament.
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