Simba Bhora enters the second leg against Nsingizini Hotspurs at Somhlolo National Stadium with a first-leg lead and a Betterbrands incentive worth $100,000. Coach Joel Luphahla plans an aggressive approach rather than defensive tactics for the CAF Champions League fixture. The Zimbabwe champions began preparation during January's preseason training.
The winner advances to face either Tanzania's Simba SC or Gaborone United in the next round. Luphahla believes both Southern African clubs share similar playing styles and physical attributes. He returns to Somhlolo Stadium after 21 years, having previously assisted Peter Ndlovu during Zimbabwe's 5-0 Cosafa Cup victory.
Both teams avoided scheduled public appearances on Friday, maintaining privacy before the match. The stadium reopens for international competition after a seven-year absence from continental football.
The winner advances to face either Tanzania's Simba SC or Gaborone United in the next round. Luphahla believes both Southern African clubs share similar playing styles and physical attributes. He returns to Somhlolo Stadium after 21 years, having previously assisted Peter Ndlovu during Zimbabwe's 5-0 Cosafa Cup victory.
Both teams avoided scheduled public appearances on Friday, maintaining privacy before the match. The stadium reopens for international competition after a seven-year absence from continental football.
