Simba SC pulled off a thrilling comeback to advance to the CAF Confederation Cup semi-finals, overcoming Egypts Al Masry in a dramatic penalty shootout.After losing 2-0 in the first leg in Suez, Simba responded with a 2-0 win in regulation time at home, leveling the tie on aggregate.Steven Mukwala, the former Asante Kotoko star, was crucial in the turnaround, scoring a powerful header in the 32nd minute to double Simba’s lead.Elie Mpanzu had opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a well-taken solo effort.The game saw a few controversial moments, including a penalty for Simba overturned after a VAR review, and several key saves from Al Masry’s goalkeeper Mahmoud Gad.However, it was in the shootout where Simba truly excelled. Jean Ahoua, Mukwala, Kibu Dennis, and Shomari Kapombe all converted their penalties, while Al Masry missed two of their attempts, sealing their elimination.Simba now await the winner between Zamalek and Stellenbosch in the semi-finals.
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Former Kotoko star Steven Mukwala scores as Simba SC reach CAF Confederation Cup semis
