Fixtures

Tunisia League 1 11/05 13:30 13 ES Metlaoui vs US Monastir - View
Tunisia League 1 11/08 13:30 14 US Monastir vs JS Kairouanaise - View

Results

Tunisia League 1 11/01 13:30 12 [16] AS Gabes v US Monastir [5] D 1-1
Tunisia League 1 10/29 13:30 11 [6] US Monastir v Ponte Vecchio U20 [14] D 0-0
CAF Champions League 10/25 18:00 15 Erkens/Stoilkovska v US Monastir L 2-1
Tunisia League 1 10/21 14:00 10 [3] Club Africain v US Monastir [4] L 2-1
CAF Champions League 10/17 14:00 15 US Monastir v JS Kabylie L 0-3
Tunisia League 1 10/05 14:00 9 [5] US Monastir v JS Omrane [8] W 2-1
Tunisia League 1 10/01 14:00 8 [10] CS Sfaxien v US Monastir [5] D 0-0
CAF Champions League 09/28 14:00 14 US Monastir v East End Lions W 3-1
Tunisia League 1 09/24 14:30 7 [6] US Monastir v Bizertin [10] W 1-0
CAF Champions League 09/21 15:00 14 East End Lions v US Monastir W 0-4
Tunisia League 1 09/17 14:30 6 [2] ES Zarzis v US Monastir [7] W 0-1
Tunisia League 1 09/13 15:00 5 [8] US Monastir v Etoile Sportive Sahel [12] D 1-1

Stats

 TotalHomeAway
Matches played 44 25 19
Wins 22 15 7
Draws 16 7 9
Losses 6 3 3
Goals for 64 47 17
Goals against 25 16 9
Clean sheets 25 13 12
Failed to score 14 6 8

Union Sportive Monastirienne (Arabic: الاتحاد الرياضي المنستيري), known as US Monastir or simply USM, is a Tunisian football club based in Monastir. The club was founded in 1923, and its colours are blue and white. Their home stadium, Mustapha Ben Jannet Stadium, has a capacity of 20,000 spectators. The club currently competes in the Tunisian Ligue Professionnelle 1. The club has historical ties to Monastirian nationalists, such as Mustapha Ben Jannet. US Monastir have won two major trophies in its history: the Tunisian Cup and the Tunisian Super Cup, both in 2020.

History

Foundation and pre-independence (1923–1956)

Ribat of Monastir, the monument that gave the nickname of the team.

Union Sportive Monastirienne (USM) was founded on 17 March 1923 with a credit balance of 5,395 Tunisian francs. Following World War II, the club saw a resurgence in interest and enthusiasm for football among the people of Monastir. This led to the club's roster expanding to over one hundred players, with half of them playing for the senior team and the other half competing in the junior categories. Despite this growth, the following years proved to be more difficult for the club.

Post-independence (1956–1979)

Habib Bourguiba, the first president of Tunisia, supported USM after independence.

Following Tunisia's independence, US Monastir underwent a significant turning point. On the field, the club did not win any titles in the Tunisian Cup or the league during this period. However, USM consistently bounced back; after several relegations, the team managed to return to the first division. It was during the 1961–1962 season that USM reached the national division for the first time, having previously spent two seasons in the third division (1957–1958 and 1958–1959) and one season (1959–1960) in the Honor Division.

Results between rise and fall (1980–2018)

The club's son, Faouzi Benzarti, is the most successful Tunisian coach.

The 1980s marked a significant turning point for US Monastir, as the club became semi-professional, enabling the team to remain in the national division for fourteen consecutive years. During this period, USM also reached the semi-finals of the Tunisian Cup but were defeated 1–0 by Club Africain in Monastir after extra time. With a record of eight wins, eight losses, and ten draws, USM secured a solid fifth-place finish.However, this stability was short-lived.Since 1993–1994 season proved to be extremely challenging, particularly in terms of resources. Four coaches took charge in succession as the team struggled with numerous issues.

In July 2006, Néji Stambouli succeeded Zouhair Chaouch, who had served as president for six years.

On 3 May 2009, after a 3–2 victory against Espérance Sportive de Tunis at Stade El Menzah, USM qualified for their first-ever Tunisian Cup final. The final, held on 24 May at the Hammadi Agrebi Stadium in Radès, saw USM face CS Sfaxien, with CS Sfaxien winning 1–0 in the presence of President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali.

In the following years, USM's league position fluctuated between fifth and tenth place, until 2017.

Following the appointment of coaches Skandar Kasri and Lassaad Dridi, the team delivered solid performances, finishing the 2017/2018 season in sixth place and the 2018/2019 season in seventh place.

Golden generation (2019–)

Lassaad Chabbi guided the team to win their first Tunisian Cup.

At the start of the 2019 season, US Monastir signed a contract with coach Lassaad Chabbi. During the 2019–2020 season, the team secured third place in the national league, which qualified them for continental competition for the first time in their history—the 2020–21 CAF Confederation Cup ,then the 2022–23 CAF Champions League , 2022–23 CAF Confederation Cup , the 2024–25 CAF Champions League and the 2025–26 CAF Champions League.

In the Tunisian Cup, renamed the Habib Bourguiba Cup in honor of the 20th anniversary of his passing, USM won the competition for the first time in its history, defeating Espérance de Tunis 2–0 in the final, on 27 September 2020.

After Chabbi's resignation as head coach, Afouène Gharbi took over, leading the team to a tenth-place finish. The club then appointed Mourad Okbi, who led them to their second-ever title by winning the Tunisian Super Cup,on 18 September 2021.

**US Monastir: A Glimpse into the Heart of Tunisian Football**

Union Sportive Monastirienne, commonly known as US Monastir, is a prominent football club based in Monastir, Tunisia. Founded in 1923, the club has a rich history and a passionate fan base, making it one of the key players in Tunisian football.

US Monastir competes in the Tunisian Ligue Professionnelle 1, the top tier of Tunisian football, and has established itself as a formidable force in both domestic and continental competitions. The team's colors, blue and white, symbolize their identity and pride, while their home matches are played at the Stade Mustapha Ben Jannet, a venue known for its vibrant atmosphere and dedicated supporters.

Over the years, US Monastir has achieved significant success, including multiple league titles and cup victories, showcasing their competitive spirit and commitment to excellence. The club is known for nurturing local talent and has a strong youth academy that contributes to the development of future stars.

With a focus on teamwork, discipline, and a relentless pursuit of victory, US Monastir continues to strive for greatness in Tunisian football, aiming to leave a lasting legacy in the sport. The club's motto, "Together for Victory," reflects the unity and determination that drives both players and fans alike, making US Monastir a true emblem of pride for the city and the nation.