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"It was not a game I was expecting," Neville told The Gary Neville Podcast. "I was expecting it to be tough in the sense that both teams know each other, and I think Arsenal, we know how they play in respect to their defensive strength and they don't give a lot of chances away."I thought that it might be hard to create moments but how it played out, obviously City getting the early goal and then Pep resorting to a way of playing that I've never seen before, but I really liked it."It wasn't a criticism when I was talking during the game, I really enjoyed the fact that he went to 5-4-1. He decided that he was just going to manage the game without the ball, and play on the counter-attack with only one forward on the pitch in the end. He had four midfield players and five defenders, and they looked so comfortable. There was just nothing happening at all and then obviously that late moment happened and the spoils are shared."

Simba Sports Club (popularly known as Simba SC) is one of the oldest and most successful football teams in Tanzania and across Africa. Based in Dar es Salaam, Simba SC is not just a football club but also a cultural identity for millions of Tanzanians. The word Simba means “lion” in Swahili, symbolizing strength, courage, and pride.The club was founded in 1936 under the name Queens. Over the years, it went through a few name changes, including Sunderland, before finally adopting the name Simba SC in 1971. From its early beginnings, the club established itself as a powerhouse in Tanzanian football, consistently attracting passionate fans and competing fiercely with its rivals.Simba SC has enjoyed incredible success on the domestic stage. They have won the Tanzanian Premier League more than 20 times, cementing their dominance in local football. The club has also lifted multiple FA Cups and Super Cups, showcasing consistency in both league and knockout formats.On the continental stage, Simba SC has represented Tanzania in the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup. In recent years, they have reached the quarterfinals and semifinals, proving their strength against top clubs from Egypt, South Africa, and Morocco. Their progress has elevated Tanzania’s football reputation across Africa.Simba SC plays its home matches at the Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium in Dar es Salaam. The stadium, with a capacity of around 60,000, is often filled with red-clad fans singing, chanting, and waving flags in support of their team. Matchdays in Dar es Salaam are unforgettable experiences, filled with noise, music, and passion.The fans, known as Wekundu wa Msimbazi (the Red Lions), are famous for their loyalty and energy. They follow their team everywhere, creating a vibrant atmosphere not only in Dar es Salaam but also across Tanzania whenever Simba plays. The Kariakoo Derby against rivals Young Africans SC (Yanga) attracts massive crowds and is considered one of the biggest derbies in Africa.

The Turkish Süper Lig is famous for its passion, competitiveness, and historic football clubs. At the heart of the league are a few major teams that dominate headlines, attract global attention, and carry rich histories of success. These clubs not only compete for trophies but also represent the pride of their cities and millions of supporters.The most well-known are the “Big Three” of Istanbul: Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe, and Beşiktaş. Galatasaray is the most successful Turkish team in European competitions, having won the UEFA Cup and Super Cup in 2000. Fenerbahçe, with its home in Kadıköy, is known for its loyal fan base and long tradition of competing for the league title. Beşiktaş, one of the oldest clubs in Turkey, combines tradition with modern success and has one of the most passionate supporter groups in the world, “Çarşı.”Outside Istanbul, Trabzonspor stands out as the pride of the Black Sea region. The club has broken the dominance of the Big Three on several occasions, with its most recent league title in 2022 bringing immense joy to its supporters. Trabzonspor represents the fierce football culture of Turkey’s northern coast.Other important clubs include Başakşehir, who won their first-ever Süper Lig title in 2020, and Bursaspor, who famously became champions in 2010 (though they are currently outside the Süper Lig). Clubs like Adana Demirspor, Sivasspor, and Konyaspor also contribute to the league’s competitiveness, each with their strong regional fan bases and ambitions.Together, these teams make the Süper Lig one of the most exciting football competitions in Europe. The rivalries, especially the Istanbul derbies, showcase not only footballing quality but also the unmatched passion of Turkish supporters.