Simba vs Mogadishu City Preview & Betting Tips – Back Tanzanians in Kagame Cup Opener
Simba face Mogadishu City in their 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup Group B opener in Rwanda, both arriving in impressive form. Simba are unbeaten in 31 matches and have scored in 17 straight games, while Mogadishu City are themselves unbeaten in their last eight, though defensively vulnerable. With potent attacks on both sides and a first-ever meeting, an open contest with plenty of chances and goals is likely. The recommendation is to expect over 2.5 total goals in this match, making for an exciting encounter.
- Simba SC are unbeaten in 31 matches and have scored in their last 17.
- Mogadishu City also in good form, unbeaten in last 8, but defensively vulnerable.
- Both teams are at full strength and meet for the first time with group progression at stake.
Tanzanian club Simba will take on Somali outfit Mogadishu City in their Group B opener at the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup in Rwanda on Saturday.
Both sides head into this clash in solid form, and goals are expected in this clash.
Key Stats
- Simba have found the net in their last 17 matches in all competitions.
- Simba have scored at least twice in eight of their last 12 matches.
- Mogadishu City are also on a good run and have scored in eight of their last 10.
- Mogadishu City have conceded at least once in seven of their last 10.
First-ever meeting
These two sides will face off for the first time. A win for either side will put them in a comfortable position to qualify from the group.
Red-hot Simba to be feared
Simba will compete in the CECAFA Kagame Cup as one of the favourites and their recent record backs that claim.
Steve Barker’s side finished second in the Tanzanian Premier League last season, with only two points separating them from champions Young Africans.
The Reds of Msimbazi are on an impressive 31-match unbeaten streak, claiming 23 victories in that stretch. They have scored in their last 17 matches, including finding the net at least twice in eight of their last 12 outings.
Mogadishu City in good form
Simba will be mistaken to think Mogadishu City would be pushovers, as the Somali side are also in good form. They are unbeaten in their last eight matches, losing just once in their last 10 outings.
Daadir Amiin Ali’s men have hit the back of the net in 12 of their last 15 matches, including scoring in their last three. They also netted at least twice in two of those games.
Despite their solid attacking prowess, Mogadishu City can be shaky in defence, having failed to keep a clean sheet in their last two. They have also managed just three clean sheets in their last 15.
Team News and Predicted Line-ups
Simba (4-3-3): Rushine De Reuck; Nickson Clement Kibabage, Yusuph Kagoma, Elie Mpanzu, Anicet Oura; Clatous Chama, Ismael Toure, Neo Maema; Libassa Gueye, Duchu, Abdoul Rafiu Kassali.
Simba currently have no injury worries heading into this clash, with midfielder Chama, who scored in their last outing, set to star in midfield.
Mogadishu City (4-4-2): Yusuuf Lambaza; Mohamed Ali, Stephane Hugues Adjimani, Abdulkadir Osman Mohamed; Khalid Ahmed Hassan; Ali Omar Ali, Abdishakur Ahmed Mohamed, Ilyas Akram, Marsis; Hassan Mohamed Aadan, Abdullahi Moalim.
No notable injuries reported for Mogadishu City.
Verdict
Simba and Mogadishu City have been playing great ahead of this clash, making it a tough one to call in the win column.
However, both sides have an eye for goal, with an open contest expected here.
Over 2.5
Total Goals
@11/12 - 2 Units
£30 Free Bet
Use promo code NEWBONUS
Claim £30 free bet & 20 Free Spins. Use the promo code NEWBONUS. New Hollywoodbets account holders. 18 years or older. United Kingdom residents only. T&Cs apply.
Top Betting Sites
Betting offers
Upcoming Events
08 May 2026
- WNBA 2026 -
- Basketball
10 June 2026
- Volleyball Nations League 2026 -
- Volleyball
09 July 2026
- VCT 2026 China Stage 2 -
- Esports
Load More
Sports Tips Starts in
Today's Acca Tips
-
Soccer tips
-
Tennis tips
