Tunisia head coach Jalel Kadri has compared his side's loss to Namibia to that of Argentina's shock defeat to Saudi Arabia at the FIFA World Cup.
The North African side suffered a surprise 1-0 loss to Namibia, who in turn recorded their first-ever victory at the tournament.
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Kadri noted that Argentina lost their first game at the 2022 FIFA World Cup before going on to win the title.
"There are two matches remaining – and our reaction must be positive," the coach told reporters, as per beinsports.
"Then, God willing, we can get out of this situation we have put ourselves in.
"Argentina lost its first World Cup match against Saudi Arabia, but ultimately won the title."
Meanwhile, Mali coach Eric Chelle has played down talks of his side being the favourites ahead of their clash with Tunisia.
"I would not say we are favourites to win the group just yet. Yes, we got the victory but a lot can still happen," Chelle said at a press conference.
"We still have matches to play and so we have to keep working hard."
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