DAR ES SALAAM, Sept. 18 -- SIMBA SC coach Steve Barker hailed his players after their 2-0 victory over Azam FC on Wednesday, saying the result was a significant step in their push for the Premier League title. Simba secured the three points at the Azam Complex Stadium while keeping a clean sheet, extending their strong start to the campaign.

“I am very proud of my boys. We got good result and this was a top performance. During the match every player played his part and gave everything for the team,” Barker said in a postmatch interview.

“Am happy with the win and playing against Azam is not an easy game. They are one of the top teams in the league,” he added Barker said the victory was particularly important afte...