On Sunday, May 18, the eyes and ears of football lovers in Tanzania will be on Mkwakwani Stadium in Tanga, where defending champions Yanga SC will clash with JKT Tanzania in the first semifinal of the CRDB Cup.
This will be the third meeting between the two teams this season. Yanga won the first NBC Premier League match 2-0, before JKT Tanzania showcased their strength and held Yanga to a goalless draw in the return leg.
Given that context, this match is expected to be highly competitive, with both sides having solid reasons to aim for victory.
Yanga Chasing History
Yanga SC are seeking to reach the CRDB Cup final for the fifth consecutive time, aiming to defend their title, which they’ve won three seasons in a row.
A win today would not only extend their impressive record but also put them in a position to defend the title for a fourth straight season — an achievement that would be historic in Tanzanian football.
Yanga’s head coach, Miloud Hamdi, speaking at a press conference yesterday, confirmed that he will field his best squad to secure a positive result.
“We understand the importance of this match; we don’t want to miss the opportunity. We will use our key players to ensure we win and qualify for the final,” said Hamdi.
JKT Tanzania Fight to Make History
For JKT Tanzania, this is their first-ever appearance in the semifinals of this competition. It’s a golden opportunity for them to write a new chapter in their history by reaching their first final, with the dream of qualifying for the CAF Confederation Cup (CAF CC) pushing them forward.
The motivation within the JKT Tanzania squad is high. They’ve shown their strength this season and will step onto the pitch determined to challenge Yanga — and potentially upset the defending champions.
Match Schedule
This thrilling encounter will kick off at 3:30 PM at Mkwakwani Stadium. If the regular 90 minutes end in a draw, there will be 30 minutes of extra time, and if there’s still no winner, a penalty shootout will decide who advances to the final.
