Simba Sports Club’s hopes of dominating away from home were halted as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Dodoma Jiji FC in a Tanzania Premier League (NBC Tanzania Bara) clash on February 25, 2026, at Jamhuri Stadium in Dodoma.
The stalemate disrupted Simba’s momentum following their earlier victory over Tanzania Prisons, where they had claimed all three points.
The match was intensely contested, with both teams taking turns pressing forward while remaining disciplined at the back. Despite multiple attacking attempts, neither side could find a breakthrough in the first half.
The second half saw an increase in tempo, with both coaches making tactical adjustments to find the decisive goal. Simba pressed hard, but Dodoma Jiji’s defense stood firm, countering effectively and frustrating the visitors’ efforts.
After 90 minutes of action, the referee’s final whistle confirmed a scoreless draw, giving both teams a crucial point each.
Following the result, Simba sits in third place with 23 points, still chasing league leaders Young Africans S.C., who have 28 points. JKT Tanzania remains second, level on points with Yanga but trailing on goal difference.