Stellenbosch FC head coach Steve Barker officially unveiled as the new head coach of Tanzanian giants Simba SC.
The announcement, made by Simba on their official platforms, brings an abrupt end to Barker’s long and influential spell at Stellenbosch, where he had been at the helm since 2019.
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Details surrounding the move remain sketchy at this stage, including the timing of his departure and the contractual arrangements between the two clubs.
Barker leaves Stellenbosch as one of the most respected coaches in the local game, having overseen the club’s rise from newly promoted Betway Premiership side to a consistent top-half contender.
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Under his guidance, Stellenbosch won their maiden top-flight trophy, the Carling Knockout, qualified for continental football and reached the CAF Confederation Cup semi-finals, all while maintaining a strong emphasis on youth development and tactical stability.
