15/06/2026
Why Yasin Ayari Didn't Celebrate His Goal for Sweden vs. Tunisia? The Story Behind His Reaction
Mon, Jun 15, 2026, 3:23 AM GMT+1
Sweden vs Tunisia is the final game of Day 4 of the 2026 World Cup. The match is being played in Monterrey Stadium in Nuevo Leon, Monterrey, Mexico.
Both teams are in Group F and are playing after Japan, and the Netherlands drew 2-2 earlier today. Sweden took the lead in the 7th minute through an incredible strike from their midfielder, Yasin Ayari.
This is the 22-year-old's first World Cup match for Sweden, and the Brighton star is one of the faces of this Swedish national team.
Many were impressed by his goal against Tunisia, but they were shocked to see his reaction after scoring his first goal in a World Cup.
Yasin Ayari #18 of Sweden scores his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match between Sweden and Tunisia at Monterrey Stadium on June 14, 2026 in Monterrey, Mexico.
Yasin Ayari #18 of Sweden scores his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match between Sweden and Tunisia at Monterrey Stadium on June 14, 2026 in Monterrey, Mexico.
After scoring his goal, Ayari did not celebrate and put his hands up to apologize. Players at the club level sometimes do this to apologize for scoring against Sign
Does Yasin Ayari Have Tunisian Roots?
Yasin Ayari was born in Solna, Sweden, and started his career playing for Swedish club AIK Fotboll.
Despite being born in Sweden, Ayari does have Tunisian roots. His father, Azzouz, is Tunisian, yet encouraged his son to represent Sweden. Ayari reportedly considered representing Tunisia in 2021, according to reporter Ben Jacobs.