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Simba vs ES Tunis Predictions - Simba and ES Tunis set to draw

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Last updated: 31 Jan 2026

The upcoming match between Simba and ES Tunis in the CAF Champions League stages seems likely to end in a 1-1 draw. Simba has not won in the group stages yet and struggles with consistency, both at home and overall. ES Tunis, though having better momentum, often finds themselves in draws when playing away. Currently, they stand 2nd in Group D with five points, whereas Simba is last, having not secured any points yet. Both teams will aim to capitalize on this fixture to boost their campaign.

Brad Newcomb 31 Jan 2026
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  • ES Tunis clinched victory against Simba, but often draw away lately. 
  • Simba SC seeks first Group D win amid inconsistent form.
  • Predicted outcome: BTTS draw in this CAF Champions League fixture.
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ES Tunis have often drawn their away games lately (Getty Images)

Simba vs ES Tunis Predictions


Simba remain winless in the CAF Champions League group stages and have struggled to win lately. ES Tunis picked up crucial points last weekend, but they are prone to drawing away games. A BTTS draw is predicted between the two teams.

  • Simba have won 2 of their last 5 home fixtures in all competitions.
  • Simba have scored 4 goals in 5 home fixtures in all competitions.
  • Simba have conceded 4 goals in 5 home games in all competitions.
  • ES Tunis have drawn 3 of their last 5 away fixtures in all competitions.
  • ES Tunis have scored 4 goals in 5 away games in all competitions.
  • ES Tunis have conceded 4 goals in 5 away matches in all competitions. 

Head to Head


ES Tunis defeated Simba 1-0 away last weekend. 

Simba SC Form


Simba fell short in their bid to win their first CAF Champions League group stage match last weekend, losing 1-0 away to ES Tunis.

Simba had 51% possession and two shots in the match, with one attempt on target.

Simba are last in Group D with no points after three rounds. 

Simba have won one of their last five fixtures, including three defeats and one draw. They scored three goals and conceded five.

The Reds of Msimbazi have secured two victories in their last five home matches, with two defeats and one draw. They scored six goals and conceded four. 

Simba remain in search of their first win in Group D and must improve their inconsistent home form to achieve the desired result against ES Tunis.

ES Tunis Form 


Esperance Sportive de Tunis registered their first win in Group D of the CAF Champions League last weekend, edging Simba 1-0 at home. 

ES Tunis had 49% possession and five shots in the game, with two attempts on target.

ES Tunis are 2nd in Group D with five points from three matches.

ES Tunis have won four of their last five fixtures, including one defeat. They scored nine goals and conceded three. 

The Red and Yellow have won one in their last five away matches, with one defeat and three draws. They scored four goals and conceded four. 

ES Tunis will be pleased to have pocketed three points in their previous outing in the competition, but their away form is not the best for the return fixture against Simba, often drawing their games.

Team News


Simba

Elie Panzu, Chamou Karaboue, Rushine de Reuck, Neo Maema, Seleman Mwalimu, and Jean Ahoua have each scored a goal in the 2025/26 CAF Champions League.

ES Tunis 

Jack Diarra scored the winner against Simba last weekend. 

Aboubacar Diakité has scored three goals in this edition of the CAF Champions League.

Florian Danho has contributed two goals.

Hamza Jelassi, Achref Jabri, Ibrahima Keita, Yan Sasse, Kouceila Boualia, Yassine Meriah, and Youcef Belaili have each scored a goal in the competition so far. 

Verdict

A BTTS draw is tipped between Simba and ES Tunis with a 1-1 scoreline, as they look evenly matched based on their current home and away form.

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