In the 2024/25 NBC Premier League season, the name Pacome Zouzoua continues to shine as one of the fan-favorites among the "Wananchi" and one of the standout stars on the pitch.
This attacking midfielder from Yanga SC keeps proving his worth not only as the best player in his squad but also as a legitimate contender for the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award of the season.
A Season of Heavyweight Stats
Zouzoua, who joined Yanga from ASEC Mimosas in the 2022/23 season, has maintained his high performance level every season. However, this season has been particularly special. So far:
Matches: 23
Goals: 9
Assists: 8
Total goal contributions: 17
In comparison, last season he was involved in only 11 goals (7 goals, 4 assists) in 23 matches. This clearly shows he has improved his output and grown into a more dangerous midfielder in front of goal.
Three Games Left to Prove His Class
Yanga still has three crucial matches remaining against:
Tanzania Prisons (June 18)
Dodoma Jiji (June 22)
Simba SC (June 25)
For Pacome, this is a golden opportunity to boost his stats and solidify his position in the MVP race. The good news for Yanga fans is that he has recovered from injury and returns to the field hungry for more success.
Despite stiff competition from striker Prince Dube—who has been involved in more goals for Yanga (13 goals, 8 assists; total 21 goal contributions)—Pacome still deserves to be in the MVP conversation for the following reasons:
He operates as a midfielder—it's not easy to both score and assist frequently from that position.
He’s a big-game player—often carrying the team in crucial moments.
His contribution goes beyond stats—he’s pivotal in Yanga’s playing philosophy and team chemistry.
In the past three seasons, Yanga has won the MVP award through players like Yannick Bangala, Fiston Mayele, and Stephane Aziz Ki.
This season, they have another strong chance to clinch the MVP title again—especially if they manage to defend the league title for a fourth consecutive time.
