THE NBC Premier League match between Pamba Jiji FC and Simba Sports Club, initially postponed to allow Simba ample preparation time for the CAF Confederation Cup, has now been rescheduled for November 22 at CCM Kirumba Stadium in Mwanza.

This match provides Simba with a crucial competitive fixture ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup group-stage clash against Angola’s Bravos do Maquis on November 27.

Simba’s head coach, Fadlu Davids (pictured), highlighted the importance of this rescheduled fixture, emphasizing its role in helping his squad fine-tune their strategies and solidify form ahead of the CAF Confederation Cup. 

“The game against Pamba will allow us to assess key areas and make necessary adjustments, enhancing our readiness for the international competition,” Davids noted.

Simba, currently leading the NBC Premier League, resumed training on Tuesday, focusing intensively on both their domestic and international commitments for November. 

As league leaders, they face the challenge of maintaining domestic dominance while preparing for a competitive CAF Confederation Cup campaign. 

Coach Davids has been rigorously analyzing Bravos do Maquis, as well as the other Group A competitors, CS Constantine of Algeria and CS Sfaxien of Tunisia, to prepare his team for each matchup in the tournament.

In preparation for the CAF Confederation Cup, Simba’s training camp has taken on a sharper focus, with Davids intensifying efforts on key tactical elements to ensure his side’s readiness. 

However, the training sessions are being conducted without nine Simba players currently on international duty for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifiers. 

This has required Davids to adjust his tactical approach, with a particular emphasis on midfield cohesion and attacking link-ups.

The match against Pamba Jiji FC will provide Davids with an opportunity to assess these tactical shifts. 

Known for his meticulous attention to detail, the South African coach has been working to strengthen Simba’s aerial game, tackle accuracy, and rapid counterattacks. 

With the Confederation Cup group stage approaching, Davids is determined to ensure his squad achieves peak performance, aware that each match in the tournament will be critical to their campaign.

As the November 27 encounter with Bravos do Maquis draws nearer, Davids understands the match’s significance, as it could set the tone for Simba’s CAF Confederation Cup journey. 

Each training session has been conducted with precision, focusing on tactical and technical refinements that could make the difference in these high-stakes weeks.

Despite the challenges posed by the international break and the absence of key players, Simba remains committed to both their NBC Premier League title ambitions and a strong Confederation Cup start. 

The rescheduled match against Pamba Jiji FC at CCM Kirumba Stadium serves as a vital test for Davids and his players, giving them the chance to gauge their readiness for Bravos do Maquis and the broader challenges they will face in Group A.