Tanzania, April 23 -- Dar es Salaam. Tanzanian giants Simba SC begin their quest for Union Cup glory tonight with a high-stakes clash against JKU SC at the New Amaan Complex in Zanzibar.

The encounter, set to kick off at 8:15pm, is widely anticipated to be a thrilling contest given the pedigree and recent form of both sides.

The match brings together two teams that have tested themselves on the continental stage, adding further weight to what is already a highly competitive fixture.

Simba featured in the CAF Champions League this season, while JKU represented Zanzibar in the CAF Confederation Cup-experience that underlines the quality expected on the pitch tonight.

 With both sides eager to stamp authority early in the tournament...