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The much-awaited Kariakoo Derby involving Simba and Yanga will not be played as earlier planned. Here is everything you need to know why the match was postponed.
The Tanzania Premier League Board (TPLB) has announced the postponement of the Kariakoo Derby, which was scheduled to be played on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium.
According to a statement from TPLB, the match has been postponed following a decision by the League Management and Supervision Committee after Simba SC was prevented from accessing Benjamin Mkapa Stadium for their final training session ahead of Saturday's clash against their rivals, Yanga SC.
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“The Board received a report from the security officer of the match, outlining several incidents, including Simba’s inability to conduct their training. Some of these incidents require further investigation, which cannot be completed in time,” part of the statement read.
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The statement further explained that the Board has postponed the match to allow for a thorough review of the situation, ensuring a fair decision is made.
Simba had earlier released a statement and vowed to boycott the highly anticipated clash after citing ‘uncivilised actions’ against their team ahead of the game. According to the communique seen by Puls Sports Kenya, Simba raised concerns saying: "Simba Sports Club is disappointed by the uncivilized actions against our team in the lead-up to the NBC Premier League match against Yanga, Simba being the away team."
"In accordance with Rule 17(45) of the Mainland Premier League Rules, the Away Team has the right to practice at the match venue at least once before the match day during the expected time of the relevant match. Simba has been deliberately denied that right despite arriving at the stadium at the relevant time."
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Following this wicked act, Simba categorically stated: "Following this breach of the Game Regulations, Simba will not participate in the relevant Game and all rights are reserved. Simba urges that appropriate action be taken against all parties involved in this saga."
Tanzania Football Federation (TFF) acknowledged to have received the complaint and promised to investigate the matter. TFF maintained that the derby match will be played as planned.
"The Tanzania Football Federation (TFF) has received a letter of complaint from Simba Sports Club regarding the challenges that arose before the NBC Premier League match against Yanga.
"We have taken immediate steps to investigate the incident. Therefore, in accordance with the Federation's regulations, we instruct them to continue with the game as planned in order to respect the NBC Premier League schedule and consider the interests of fans, sponsors, and the league in general. Complaints about the challenges that have arisen will be addressed in a timely manner."
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The Simba vs Yanga traditional rivalry is similar to Kenya's Mashemeji Derby pitting Gor Mahia against AFC Leopards. The Mashemeji derby was recently postponed for the second time this season owing to lack of an accessible venue.
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