Khazri and Chikhaoui offer Tunisia victory over Mauritania. (AFP Photo)

2018 WC Qualifiers

Tunisia comes from behind to beat Mauritania 2-1

Tunisia came from a goal down to secure a 2-1 away win over Mauritania in the first leg of their 2018 Fifa World Cup qualifier.

A first-half header from captain Oumar N'Diaye (22') gave hosts the lead. In the second half, Wahbi Khazri levelled for Tunisia (62') before captain Yassine Chikhaoui made it 2-1 for the Carthage Eagles (68').

The second leg is scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at the Stade Olympique de Radès.