Simon Msuva
Tanzanian association football player
Tanzania
Forward
Simon Msuva: profile
Simon Msuva (born 1993 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania) is a retired Tanzanian footballer who played as a forward.
At international level, Msuva represented Tanzania. Our match database lists 7 of his international goals; the first came against Kenya on 27 June 2019 (Africa Cup of Nations).
Dar es Salaam has produced 28 footballers in our database, including Mbwana Samatta, Mrisho Ngasa and Erasto Nyoni.
Key facts
- Height
- 175 cm — taller than 29% of Tanzanian internationals on record
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — |  Difaa Hassani El Jadidi |
Botola Pro 1 | – | – |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Tanzania |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (7)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 Jun 2019 | Kenya 3–2 Tanzania | 6 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 2 | 4 Sep 2019 | Burundi 1–1 Tanzania | 85 | World Cup Qualification |
| 3 | 2 Sep 2021 | DR Congo 1–1 Tanzania | 36 | World Cup Qualification |
| 4 | 10 Oct 2021 | Benin 0–1 Tanzania | 6 | World Cup Qualification |
| 5 | 14 Nov 2021 | Madagascar 1–1 Tanzania | 25 | World Cup Qualification |
| 6 | 21 Jan 2024 | Zambia 1–1 Tanzania | 11 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 7 | 27 Dec 2025 | Uganda 1–1 Tanzania | 59 (pen) | Africa Cup of Nations |
*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.
Frequently asked questions
Where was Simon Msuva born?
Simon Msuva was born in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Which national team does Simon Msuva play for?
Simon Msuva played international football for Tanzania.
Which clubs has Simon Msuva played for?
Simon Msuva's recorded clubs are Difaa Hassani El Jadidi.
How tall is Simon Msuva?
Simon Msuva is 175 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What position does Simon Msuva play?
Simon Msuva played as a forward.
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