Bizerte claimed a 1-0 victory over Hammam-Lif in the second round of Ligue 1 on 30 August 2026. The match at the home ground produced an early decision that shaped proceedings. H. Amamou struck in the ninth minute, and despite the hosts controlling possession, the visitors held firm to take all three points.
The opening goal came from a well-worked move, quiet but decisive. By then, Hammam-Lif had already pushed forward, seeking an equaliser. The visitors defended deep, absorbing pressure while looking for their own opportunities. To be fair, the away side showed discipline in their positioning.
What changed the complexion came late on. F. Bougatfa received a red card in the eighty-second minute, leaving the hosts with ten men. They threw everything at it after that, but Bizerte's back line stood firm. And here's the thing — the game was effectively over the moment that dismissal came.
Statistics painted a familiar picture. Hammam-Lif enjoyed 62 per cent possession and registered 93 attacks compared to 87 for their opponents. They managed four shots on target against two, yet the scoreline told a different story. The visitors, with one red card and three yellows, simply took their chance.
The result leaves Hammam-Lif fourteen in the table after one defeat and no points. Bizerte sit second with six points from two wins, unbeaten in the early stages. They have the deeper squad, and this performance suggested they fancy their chances for the season ahead.