SIMBA head coach Fadlu Davids expressed his satisfaction with his squad’s performance following a commanding 4-0 victory over Fountain Gate FC in their Premier League match on Sunday at the KMC Complex. This dominant win showcased Simba’s growing form, leaving them with a perfect record of six points from two matches.

The victory was powered by goals from Edwin Balua, Steven Mukwala, Jean Charles Ahoua, and Valentino Mashaka, as Simba controlled the game from start to finish. 

Davids was particularly pleased with how his players executed their tactical instructions and demonstrated a solid understanding of the game plan.

“I am pleased with the way the lads played today,” Davids remarked after the match. “We controlled the game well, created chances, and capitalized on them, although we could have scored even more if we had been more focused.”

Davids emphasized the importance of the win, not just for the scoreline but for the team’s overall development. 

“The important thing is that we have secured a great victory by scoring four goals. This is a significant step in our plan to build a strong team. Now, we are shifting our focus to the CAF Confederation Cup, where we need to maintain this level of quality to ensure we advance to the later stages of the competition,” he added.

The match saw Simba take early control, with Balua opening the scoring in the 13th minute. He headed in a cross from Ahoua, setting the tone for what would be a dominant performance by Simba. Mukwala doubled the lead just before halftime, finishing off a precise pass from Shomari Kapombe to make it 2-0.

Simba’s relentless pressure continued in the second half. Ahoua, who had already provided an assist, scored in the 59th minute with a powerful shot from inside the box after receiving a pass from Balua, extending the lead to 3-0. 

Mashaka capped off the scoring in the 81st minute with a composed finish after another assist from Ahoua, sealing the comprehensive 4-0 victory.

Ahoua was named Man of the Match for his stellar performance. He was directly involved in three of the four goals, scoring one and assisting two. 

Ahoua’s outstanding form continued from Simba’s previous match against Tabora United, where he also contributed a crucial assist. His consistent impact has made him the second Simba player this season to win the Player of the Match Award, following central defender Che Malone Fondoh.

Simba’s impressive display against Fountain Gate FC sends a strong message as they aim for success on multiple fronts this season. With two wins in the Premier League, they are also gearing up for their upcoming challenge in the CAF Confederation Cup.

The Msimbazi Street-based side is set to face Libyan side Al Ahly Tripoli in the CAF Confederation Cup playoff round, with the first leg scheduled to take place in Libya between September 13 and 15, and the return leg at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam between September 20 and 22. 

A victory in this tie would see Simba advance to the group stages of the competition, a key objective for the club as they seek to make their mark on the continental stage.

As Simba prepare for these crucial fixtures, Davids and his squad are focused on maintaining the momentum they have built in the early stages of the domestic league. 

The blend of young talent and tactical discipline positions Simba as a formidable force in both domestic and continental competitions. 

Their next challenge will be to carry this momentum into their upcoming matches, starting with the crucial CAF Confederation Cup playoff against Al Ahly Tripoli.