The Simba squad arrived in Zanzibar early yesterday evening and begun preparations for the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup (CAF CC) semi-final against Stellenbosch of South Africa
Speaking about his team's preparations, Simba Head Coach Fadlu Davids said he is very hopeful that they will achieve good results in the game despite missing the huge fan support they have been getting when they play at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium
Fadlu said he knows Stellenbosch well along with all players, which gives him an advantage in preparing his team for the game
"We have started our preparations here in Zanzibar ready for the game against Stellenbosch. All the players are ready and we are determined to win here"
"It is true that we wanted this game to be played at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium because playing here we will miss the support of our 45,000 fans but I believe my players will not be affected by these changes and we will go to make "I know Stellenbosch and its players well as I have played against them many times. I also know the advantage of our second leg being beaten in Durban." "It will not be easy but as a team we have prepared ourselves to ensure that we achieve our goal of playing in the final of this tournament after a long time," said Fadlu.
