The Wekundu wa Msimbazi, Simba SC, are ready to take on Young Africans SC tonight in the Community Shield at the New Amaan Complex Stadium in Zanzibar.
Simba enter the match determined to make a strong start to the season by winning the trophy and building on their impressive run from last season. Under head coach Steve Barker, the squad is determined to bring the Community Shield back to Msimbazi after going without the trophy for the past two seasons.
The Wekundu wa Msimbazi have fond memories against Yanga in Zanzibar, having won the Union Cup the last time the two sides met on the island last season. That memory could provide an additional morale boost for Simba ahead of tonight’s encounter.
Barker’s squad has had ample time to prepare, with the CECAFA Kagame Cup serving as an important part of their preparations. Simba played around five friendly and competitive matches during that period, giving the coach an opportunity to assess his squad and make important improvements.
Speaking to journalists yesterday, Barker assured Simba fans that his squad is ready for the match and is under no pressure. The coach made it clear that their objective is simple: to win and lift the Community Shield.
Simba have prepared quietly and without much fanfare, heading into the match hungry to start the season with a trophy. Now it is time for the players to let their performance on the pitch do the talking.
