The draws left Esperance and African level on 15 points in third and fourth places respectively, as U.S Monastir, who beat Hammam Lif 2-1 took advantage and jumped to second with 16 points.

The duo stumble came in favor of leaders and usual rivals Etoile Sahel, who did not play this weekend as they were facing Ahli in the CAF Champions League final on Saturday.

Etoile have 19 points at the summit as they remain the only undefeated side in the league after playing seven games.

Last year's CAF Champions League runner-up Club Sfaxien slipped to seventh after losing 3-2 at home to C.A Bizertin on Saturday.