Zambian attacking midfielder Clatous Chota Chama is expected to remain a key part of Simba SC’s plans for success in the 2026/27 season after delivering impressive performances and showing great consistency in the previous campaign.
Despite going through several squad changes and moving between clubs in recent years, his return to Msimbazi and continued trust from the club have clearly demonstrated his importance within the team.
At 35 years old, Chama has continued to prove that experience, football intelligence, and the ability to decide matches remain some of his biggest strengths in competitive football.
2025/26 Season: Chama as Simba’s Creative Leader
The 2025/26 season was another impressive campaign for Chama, who displayed great maturity in the attacking midfield role, combining his ability to create chances with scoring important goals.
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Chama scored eight goals in the Tanzanian Premier League, helping Simba remain in the title race until the final stages of the season.
One of the standout moments was his technically brilliant goal in the derby against Young Africans SC in May 2026, where he once again showed his ability to influence big matches.
A Master Creator
Beyond scoring goals, Chama continued to be the creative engine behind Simba’s attacking play.
He led the team in chance creation, providing seven assists for his teammates.
His ability to read the game, deliver precise passes, and change the rhythm of matches has been one of the main reasons he remains a valuable player in Simba’s squad.
CAF Experience Brings Hope
In last season’s CAF Champions League campaign, despite joining Simba during the mid-season transfer window, Chama showed his importance in difficult matches against experienced opponents such as Espérance Sportive de Tunis and Petro de Luanda.
During those stages, he contributed one assist and helped Simba finish their final matches strongly after an underwhelming campaign in the competition.
His years of experience playing in continental competitions are expected to be a major advantage for Simba as they aim to go further in the CAF Champions League next season.
His Contribution to Simba’s Union Cup Triumph
Besides his contributions in the league and international competitions, Chama was part of the Simba squad that won the Union Cup.
In the final against Yanga, he played a crucial role after being fouled in the closing minutes, an incident that resulted in Simba being awarded a penalty.
The penalty was converted by Suleiman Mwalimu, giving Simba a vital victory and securing the trophy.
Simba Targeting Domestic Dominance Again
Simba enters the 2026/27 season with the ambition of reclaiming their dominance in Tanzanian football and competing for all domestic trophies.
As part of that plan, Chama is expected to play a significant role as an experienced figure who can support his teammates both on and off the pitch.
His extensive CAF experience could also prove to be a valuable weapon for Simba as they aim to reach the latter stages of the Champions League.
