Tunisia Defender Yassine Meriah Retires From Football at 32 Due to Injury Problems

Tunisian international Yassine Meriah has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 32, bringing an end to his career due to ongoing health issues.

Meriah has decided to leave Club Africain after a prolonged battle with injuries, particularly recurring knee problems that have affected him in recent years.

The former Tunisia captain joined Club Africain in July 2025 on a two-year contract after leaving Esperance Tunis as a free agent at the end of his previous deal.

However, his career was increasingly disrupted by serious injuries. Meriah suffered two cruciate ligament injuries, with the first occurring while representing Tunisia in 2021 and the second during his time at Esperance in 2024.

Explaining his decision to retire, Meriah said his health was the main reason behind the difficult choice.

Meriayah said: "After a long consideration between myself and I, I decided today to stop my football activity for one reason, which is a health reason."

He continued: "God willing, I hope I have accomplished a respectable career, and that I have not been stingy with any club whose colors I wore and defended. Thank you to everyone who supported me during all the difficult times I went through, even with a kind word... Goodbye football."

Meriah leaves the game with 95 appearances for the Tunisia national team, scoring six goals during his international career.