Tanzanian football: NBC Premier League resumes and Twiga Stars prepare for Olympic qualifiers

The NBC Premier League has resumed following the FIFA international break, with several teams securing victories in round seven. Mashujaa FC defeated Polisi Tanzania 2-1 at Lake Tanganyika stadium, with Michael Godlove scoring a decisive penalty in stoppage time. In Mwanza, Pamba Jiji secured their first win of the season with a 4-0 victory over Geita Gold, featuring goals from Henry Msabila, Deogratias Mafie, Zabona Mayombya, and Diomande Idris. Meanwhile, Namungo FC earned a 1-0 win against TRA United in Ruangwa, thanks to an early goal by Helbert Lukindo.

In international news, the Tanzania women's national team, the Twiga Stars, is preparing to face Botswana in Gaborone. This match serves as the first leg of the second round of qualifiers for the 2028 Olympic football tournament in Los Angeles. Head coach Bakari Shime noted that despite a shortened preparation period due to players' club commitments, the squad is ready. The roster includes several international players, such as Clara Luvanga from the Washington Spirit and Aisha Masaka from Brighton.