Simba SC head coach Fadlu Davids is gearing up for a crucial showdown as his team prepares to face RS Berkane in the second leg of the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup final in Zanzibar. Despite a challenging 2-0 deficit from the first leg in Morocco, Davids remains confident in his players’ abilities to turn the tide in their favor.
In a press conference leading up to the match at Amaan Stadium, Davids emphasized the importance of the first leg as a learning experience for his young team. He acknowledged the shaky start that saw Berkane score twice early on but commended his players for their resilience and ability to bounce back.
While Simba SC may be playing in their first CAF Confederation Cup final, Davids believes that the team’s journey throughout the tournament has prepared them for moments like this. With the support of their fans in Zanzibar, the Tanzanian side is ready to give their all and make history by lifting their first Confederation Cup title.
Davids has called on his team to be bold and aggressive from the start, knowing that they have nothing to lose in this final. The players are motivated and determined to leave everything on the pitch in their quest for victory.
The match is set to kick off at 13:00 GMT (16:00 local time) and will be broadcast live on various CAF partner networks. As Simba SC looks to mount a comeback and secure the title, all eyes will be on the team as they aim to make history as the first Tanzanian club to win the CAF Confederation Cup.