Yanga SC mock rivals Simba in bizarre Jonas Mkude unveiling video

Mkude, a defensive midfielder, is a product of Simba SC youth ranks crossed to the yellow and green side of Dar Es Salaam after 13 years with the Red Army.

The 30-year-old is one of Yanga’s latest signings in the transfer window, but his unveiling video is one for the books.

In a 44-second-animated video, Mkude makes his way to a stadium in Yanga’s jerseys while holding a panga.

He majestically walks to the centre of the pitch before an enraged lion charges at him. The lion in this animated video is a cryptic reference to Simba SC.

Mkude wrestles the lion and cuts his head; he then raises the head of the lion showcasing it to the crowd amidst wild cheers.

The controversial video has so far attracted over 250,000 views by press time.

The drama sets the tone ahead of the 2023/24 season as Yanga hopes to continue its dominance in Tanzanian football.