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Simba leapfrog Azam FC in top seat of Mainland League

Simba’s defender Shomari Kapombe (with a red jersey) fight for the ball against Sinigda’s Gadiel Michael in the ongoing Mainland Premier match at the Liti Stadium. Simba won 2-1. PHOTO | COURTESY

By  The Citizen Reporter

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Mwananchi Communications Limited

What you need to know:

  • The results mean Simba managed to collect 15 points from five matches, surpassing Azam FC, who have 13 points.

Singida. Football giants Simba SC today claimed the top spot of the Mainland Tanzania Premier League after recording a 2-1 victory against Singida Fountain Gate FC at Liti Stadium.

The results mean Simba managed to collect 15 points from five matches, surpassing Azam FC, who have 13 points. The league-defending champions, Yanga, are third with 13 points. Each team have played five matches.

The match was thrilling, and the first half seemed intense, with both teams displaying their skills and determination.

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Simba managed to break the deadlock in the 27th minute when Saido Ntibazonkiza capitalised on a well-timed pass from Kibu Dennis, scoring easily just outside the danger zone. SIngida Fountain Gate FC players changed the pattern of the game while searching for the equalising goal, but Simba’s defenders stood firm to clear all dangerous balls.

Simba led 1-0 at halftime.

Singida Fountain Gate FC came back strong in the second half, equalising in the 52nd minute through Deus Kaseke following a defensive blunder by Simba players.

Singida Fountain Gate FC players missed several clear scoring chances during the duel.

Simba’s Luis Miqquissone was particularly blameworthy, especially in the 87th minute when he had a one-on-one opportunity with Singida’s goalkeeper, Beno Kakolanya; however, the Mozambican attacking midfielder delayed, allowing Singida’s defender, Nicolas Wadada, to defend effectively.

In another match at Sokoine Stadium in Mbeya, Tanzania Prisons secured a 3-2 victory against Mtibwa Sugar. Tanzania Prisons’ goals were scored by Edwin Barua, Joshua Nyantini, and Beno Ngassa, while Matheo Anthony and Abal Kasim Suleiman scored for Mtibwa.

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