Simba SC vs Geita Gold FC Prediction: This encounter won't deprive us of goals

On Wednesday, the Reds of Msimbazi will kick off their season against Geita Gold at the Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium. The home side will strive to win the title this season, having finished as a runner-up in the previous season.

Simba SC

Last season's position: 2nd

The Reds of Msimbazi watched as Young Africans claimed the title last season. Having finished above their archrival in the previous five seasons, they bowed to a twelve points deficit as Yanga Boys were crowned the champions.

Simba SC head into this game after a defeat against Young African in the community shield. It's literally a sign that more has to be done to unseat the champions this season.

Simba FC will be juggling both the domestic league and the intercontinental tournament this season, so many measures have been implemented to succeed in both tournaments.

Simba FC were unbeaten at home last season with thirteen wins and two draws.

Geita Gold FC

Last season's position: 4th

The visiting side performed well last season as they finished 4th and qualified for the CAF Confederation Cup tournament. They lost nine, won twelve and drew ten in thirty games.

Geita Gold only lost a game at home last season, with the majority of their losses coming away from home. A record they need to make away with if they are to finish strong this season.

Geita Gold won four, drew four and lost seven in all their away games last season.

Expert Betting Tips

Both teams met twice last season with (a 1-1) draw and a (2-1) win for Simba FC.

Simba FC can be termed a ‘hungry lion’ heading into this game, and they're very much aware they need to approach every game with seriousness if they are to challenge Young Africans for the title. We are sure they will get a win and score more than a goal here for 1.90.

We expect the home side to get a halftime win for 1.90.

The game will produce more than two goals for 2.16.

Good luck!