Simba SC will tonight at 9:00 PM take to the pitch at Jamhuri Stadium in Dodoma to face Tanzania Prisons in the ongoing NBC Premier League campaign.
It is another important fixture for Simba as they seek three vital points to strengthen their position in the title race this season.
Head coach Steve Barker has made his intentions clear ahead of the match, stating that victory is essential as part of his mission to finish the season at the top of the table.
They come up against a Tanzania Prisons side that has struggled this season, currently sitting 14th in the standings with 12 points from 13 matches.
However, regardless of their league position, Prisons remain one of the tougher opponents for Simba, especially when playing at home. Although this match will be staged at Jamhuri Stadium instead of their usual home ground, Sokoine Stadium in Mbeya, they are still expected to provide stiff competition.
Sokoine Stadium had previously been suspended for failing to meet regulatory standards. Although the Tanzania Football Federation (TFF) has since cleared it for use following renovations, the fixture had already been scheduled in Dodoma. According to league regulations, Prisons are therefore required to play the match there.
Barker’s men wrapped up their preparations yesterday with high team morale, fully focused on securing all three points tonight.
