Tunisia Outclass Bahrain With Relentless Attack
Tunisia won their first match at the IHF Men's U21 World Championship in emphatic style on Sunday, beating Bahrain 39-27 in the President's Cup.
Tunisia Set the Tempo
Early From the opening whistle, Tunisia dictated the pace of the match with a fast, flowing attack that repeatedly pulled Bahrain out of shape. Averaging under 20 seconds per offensive possession, the North African side struck with intent and fluidity, capitalising on defensive gaps and unforced errors.By halftime, Tunisia had already put the contest out of reach with a 23-14 lead-an advantage built not only on slick ball movement but also on Bahrain's inability to keep the ball, turning it over 18 times across the match.
Bahrain Struggles at Both Ends
Bahrain's performance was marred by inconsistency, particularly in goal, where their shot- stoppers posted a save percentage below 20%. The defensive struggles were compounded by a disjointed attack that too often gifted Tunisia opportunities in transition.
Despite flashes of individual skill, Bahrain failed to string together any sustained momentum. Their third straight loss at the tournament leaves them level on points with Tunisia, though the manner of this defeat will raise questions ahead of their today's outing against Serbia.
Depth Drives Tunisian Dominance
What stood out most in Tunisia's win was the balance in scoring. Six players recorded three or more goals, with Kousay Ben Fraj, Najib Hadded, and Khalil Barboura combining for nearly half the team's total output. The offensive spread proved overwhelming for a Bahraini defence that struggled with rotation and lacked answers to Tunisia's variety of threats.
Mohamed Seifeddine Ben Abdennebi was named Player of the Match.
Both Tunisia and Bahrain now sit on two points, with group standings still in flux. For Bahrain, the path forward is far from straightforward. Improvement, particularly in ball security and defensive cohesion, will be essential if they hope to rebound against Serbia.
Also read: Bahrain: Interior Ministry Confirms Full Restoration Of Public And Road Operations
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