Yussif Basigi appointed coach of Tanzanian club Simba Queens
By Lukman MUMIN, Accra
Ghanaian coach Yussif Basigi has been unveiled as the new head coach of Tanzanian club Simba Queens.
The former Black Princesses coach joins the club after leaving Hasaacas Ladies following 21 years of service. He replaces Juma Mgunda, who left the Tanzanian giants following the expiration of his contract.
Basigi will be making his debut in the Community Shield Semi-Final.
“A new role, Alhamdulilah and thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout this journey,” wrote the tactician.
Basigi, who played a pivotal role in the formation of Hasaacas Ladies in 2003, has been a key figure in the success of Hasaacas, rising through the ranks to become the head coach. Under his leadership, Hasaacas
Ladies dominated women’s football in Ghana, winning four Ghana Women’s Premier League titles.
One of Basigi’s standout achievements came in 2021 when he led the team to win the CAF Women’s Champions League WAFU Zone B Qualifiers.
Following his departure, the 52-year-old penned a heartwarming message to his ex-club wishing them the best of luck.
“After serving Hasaacas Ladies for 21 years, I have decided to take up a new challenge in Tanzania as head coach of Simba Queens. Though far away from the club of my heart (Hasaacas Ladies), I will always wish them luck in all their encounters both domestically and internationally. Once a Dooo, always a doo,” he posted on social media.
