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Yanga, Simba urged to take more precautions in CAF Cup

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Simba’s attacking midfielder Jean Charles Ahoua (right) dribbles past CS Constanstine players in the CAF Confederation Cup match. Simba lost 2-1. PHOTO | COURTESY

By  Majuto Omary

Sports Reporter

Mwananchi Communications Ltd

What you need to know:

  • Speaking to The Citizen yesterday, renowned football analyst Ally Mayay highlighted the need for immediate action by both teams to improve their chances of advancing to the next stages of the competitions.

Dar es Salaam. Tanzania’s representatives in the continental club championships, Young Africans (Yanga) and Simba SC, have been urged to remain cautious and focused in their upcoming matches despite losses last weekend.

Yanga, competing in the CAF Champions League, fell 2-0 to MC Alger, while Simba, participating in the CAF Confederation Cup, lost 2-1 to CS Constantine. Both Algerian teams demonstrated formidable performances.

Speaking to The Citizen yesterday, renowned football analyst Ally Mayay highlighted the need for immediate action by both teams to improve their chances of advancing to the next stages of the competitions.

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Mayay emphasized that the results serve as a warning, urging Yanga and Simba to adopt effective strategies to avoid further setbacks.

“Other teams have taken crucial measures against Tanzanian clubs, which are now viewed as giants rather than underdogs,” Mayay said.

Commenting on Simba’s prospects, Mayay expressed optimism, saying, “For Simba, at least they have a pathway to qualify for the knockout stage. Their burden is not as heavy. However, for Yanga, things are more challenging. Their current performances suggest they need to step up significantly to turn things around in the remaining matches.”

Mayay also acknowledged that football is unpredictable and said that with the right focus and effort, Yanga can reverse their fortunes in the competition.

“Everything is possible in football. Yanga can turn the tables and deliver their best in the upcoming matches,” he added.

Both Yanga and Simba have garnered significant attention on the continent due to their recent successes, but their latest performances indicate the need for a reassessment of tactics and preparations.

As Tanzanian football fans continue to support their teams, the spotlight remains on the clubs’ ability to bounce back and represent the country well on the continental stage. Both teams are expected to put their losses behind them and work towards securing positive results in the remaining matches.

The upcoming fixtures will be critical in determining the fate of Yanga and Simba in their respective tournaments.

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