Simba Sports Club

Simba Sports Club is a professional football club based in Kariakoo ward in Ilala District of Dar es Salaam Region in Tanzania.

It was founded in 1936 as "The Queens" before being renamed to Sunderland and, in 1971, was finally renamed Simba (Swahili for "Lion"). The team's nickname, wekundu wa msimbazi ("the Red lions"), is a reference to their all-red home strip and Msimbazi Street in Kariakoo where their headquarters is based.

Simba SC has won 22 Tanzanian Premier League titles, 5 Tanzania FA Cup and has participated in CAF Champions League multiple times. Simba are two times finalists of CAF Confederation Cup, In the year 2025 and previous CAF cup in 1993 making the club the most successful Tanzanian football club in international competitions.

The club was ranked among the top 20 clubs in Africa, at number 04, by the International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS) in their May 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025 rankings. Globally, the club was ranked at number 105 in the IFFHS World Ranking.

Simba holds a long-standing rivalry with Young Africans S.C. (known as Yanga) with which they contest the Kariakoo derby, named after the ward, where both teams were founded. In 1977 Simba beat Yanga 6-0 a record that stands to date as the biggest loss margin between the sides. The rivalry was ranked 5th as one of the most famous African derbies.

Simba Sports Club, commonly referred to as Simba SC, is one of the most prestigious and successful football clubs in Tanzania and East Africa. Founded in 1936, the club is based in Dar es Salaam and has a rich history that reflects its deep-rooted passion for the sport. Known for their iconic red and white colors, Simba SC has a large and dedicated fan base, often referred to as "Wekundu wa Msimbazi" (The Reds of Msimbazi), which adds to the vibrant atmosphere during matches.

The team competes in the Tanzanian Premier League, where it has consistently been a dominant force, securing numerous league titles and domestic cups. Simba SC is also a regular participant in continental competitions, representing Tanzania on the African stage and striving to make its mark in tournaments like the CAF Champions League.

The club's home ground, the Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium, is a modern facility that can accommodate tens of thousands of passionate supporters, creating an electrifying environment during home games. Simba SC is known for its commitment to developing local talent, with a strong youth academy that nurtures the next generation of football stars.

With a legacy of excellence, a commitment to community engagement, and a vision for future success, Simba Sports Club continues to be a symbol of pride for Tanzanian football and a beacon of hope for aspiring athletes across the nation.