Yanga SC left-back Chadrack Boka is expected to be part of the starting lineup today as his team takes on Simba SC in the Muungano Cup final at the New Amaan Complex in Zanzibar.
Boka returns to the squad in good form after starting in the semi-final match where Yanga secured a 2-1 victory over Azam FC.
In today’s final, the defender steps in to replace Mohamed Hussein “Zimbwe Jr,” who is unavailable due to injury.
Boka’s main task will be to contain Simba’s attacks from the flanks, particularly those led by wingers Libasse Gueye and Anicet Oura.
Yanga’s left side, where Boka operates, is expected to be one of the most competitive areas on the pitch, especially considering the threat posed by Gueye, who troubled Zimbwe Jr in their previous encounter.
However, Boka’s pace could match the Senegalese winger, and his ability to push forward is expected to give Yanga an attacking advantage.
There is also a possibility that coach Pedro Goncalves could deploy Pacome Zouzoua on the wing, a move that might create more space for Boka to make overlapping runs—particularly if Simba focus heavily on marking Pacome.
Today’s final is expected to be highly competitive, with every minute carrying great importance for both teams and players.
