Simba SC head coach Steve Barker has said the 2-1 victory over Young Africans SC in the Kariakoo Derby has boosted his squad’s confidence, expressing his belief that the Msimbazi Reds have what it takes to win any match during the 2026/27 season.
Barker made the remarks on Monday, October 12, 2026, in Dar es Salaam, while speaking to journalists ahead of Simba’s NBC Premier League fixture against Mashujaa FC. The South African coach said the victory over their traditional rivals had lifted the players’ morale and given them extra motivation to keep fighting.
Simba have now shifted their focus to the match against Mashujaa FC, scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Uhuru Stadium in Dar es Salaam. Barker stressed the importance of maintaining the performance they displayed in the derby as they seek to secure another three points.
However, Simba will need to remain focused to ensure that the derby victory does not lead to complacency. For Barker, the challenge is to maintain the team’s morale and discipline so that positive results continue in their upcoming league matches.
