How and Where to Watch: Tunisia vs Libya LIVE on beIN SPORTS

Tunisia and Libya face a crucial North African showdown in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers on Friday, November 13. Neither team has won a match in Group H, making this encounter particularly important in the race for qualification.

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Tunisia vs Libya: How and Where to Watch LIVE

Matchday 3 of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers brings an important clash to the Stade Taïeb Mhiri in Sfax, where Tunisia welcomes neighboring Libya on Friday, November 13.

The Eagles of Carthage enter the international window with two points from two matches, while the Mediterranean Knights sit at the bottom of Group H with just one point.

Kickoff is scheduled for 11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT, with the match available to fans in the United States through beIN SPORTS.

Tunisia Searches for Its First Victory After Two Frustrating Draws

Tunisia, managed by Moïne Chaâbani, has endured a disappointing start to its qualifying campaign, drawing both opening matches.

The Eagles of Carthage began with a 1-1 draw against Uganda on September 24. Adem Arous gave Tunisia an early lead, but Rogers Mato equalized in the second half.

Four days later, Tunisia was held to a 2-2 draw against Botswana, despite a brace from Hazem Mastouri, who scored on either side of halftime.

Those results left Tunisia third in Group H, level on points with Botswana and two behind group leader Uganda.

Moïne Chaâbani initially named a 27-man squad for the double-header, featuring experienced players such as Ferjani Sassi, Aïssa Laïdouni, Ali Maaloul, and Montassar Talbi.

However, Tunisia has suffered an important attacking setback. Hazem Mastouri, who scored both goals in the 2-2 draw against Botswana, has been ruled out of both matches against Libya through injury. Head coach Chaâbani has called up Mohamed Sadok Kaddida as his replacement, adding another option to the Eagles of Carthage's attacking lineup.

Libya Hopes to Rebound After Narrow Defeat to Uganda

Libya, coached by Youssef Dabo, enters the double-header looking for its first victory after collecting one point from its opening two matches.

The Mediterranean Knights began their campaign with a dramatic 2-2 draw against Botswana, recovering from a two-goal deficit through late goals from Maruwan Alhibeeshi and Ezoo El Mariamy.

However, Libya subsequently suffered a 1-0 defeat to Uganda on September 29, with Arnold Vula scoring the decisive goal before halftime.

Libya has also suffered two late squad setbacks. Mohamed Al Tabbal, who plays for Al Ahly Tripoli, was unable to travel to Tunisia due to a family emergency. Meanwhile, FC Cincinnati defender Ayoub Al Ajhar is unavailable because of administrative difficulties affecting his international travel.

The absences limit head coach Youssef Dabo's options as the Mediterranean Knights search for their first victory of the qualifying campaign.

A North African Rivalry With Major Qualification Implications

Recent head-to-head results favor Tunisia, which won both meetings during the 2023 AFCON qualifying campaign, securing a 3-0 home victory followed by a 1-0 away win.

However, the current qualification picture adds extra pressure to both teams.

Uganda leads Group H with four points, followed by Botswana and Tunisia with two each, while Libya has one.

With Uganda automatically qualified as a 2027 tournament co-host, only the highest-placed team among Tunisia, Botswana and Libya will secure the group's additional qualification spot.

The two neighbors will meet again on November 17, when Libya hosts the return fixture.