DAR ES SALAAM, April 5 -- AZAM FC will host Simba SC today in what promises to be a thrilling Mainland Premier League encounter at the Azam Complex, Chamazi in Dar es Salaam.

Both sides are determined to secure vital points that could shape their continental ambitions next season.

Simba currently sit second on the table with 34 points from 15 matches, while Azam are close behind in third place with 32 points from 16 games. With both clubs targeting spots in the CAF Champions League or Confederation Cup, the stakes could not be higher.

Speaking yesterday in Dar es Salaam, Simba Head Coach Steve Barker acknowledged the challenge ahead.

“Azam is one of the toughest teams to beat, but we are well prepared. The squad is in high spiri...