Tanzania Prisons and Kinondoni Municipal Council (KMC) FC registered impressive victories in the NBC Tanzania Premier League matches played today at different venues across the country.
In a thrilling encounter held at Sokoine Stadium in Mbeya, Tanzania Prisons staged a dramatic comeback to defeat JKT Tanzania 3-2 and collect maximum points.
JKT Tanzania began the match on a high note, taking the lead in the 12th minute through a fine finish from Mohamed Bakari.
They continued to pile pressure and were rewarded again in the 42nd minute when Jumanne Elifadhil scored the second goal, giving the visitors a comfortable 2-0 lead going into the halftime break.
However, the second half saw a revitalized Tanzania Prisons side return with greater urgency. Their efforts bore fruit in the 51st minute when Oscar Mwajanga found the back of the net to reduce the deficit.
As the game progressed, Tanzania Prisons intensified their attacking play, and their persistence paid off in the 78th minute when Jeremia Juma scored the equalizer, setting up a nail-biting finish.
Just as the match appeared to be heading for a draw, Mwajanga rose to the occasion once again in the 90th minute, netting his second goal of the day.
His brace not only secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory but also ensured that Tanzania Prisons walked away with all three points.
Meanwhile, at the KMC Complex in Dar es Salaam, KMC outclassed Dodoma Jiji FC with a solid 2-1 win.
The home team got off to a flying start when Abdallah Said struck early in the 6th minute, giving KMC a quick advantage.
The momentum remained with KMC, and in the 28th minute, Rashid Chambo doubled their lead with a well-taken goal.
Dodoma Jiji tried to find their rhythm and managed to score a consolation goal in the 39th minute through Idd Kapangwile.
However, despite their efforts, they were unable to find the equalizer as KMC held on to claim victory.
The wins for Tanzania Prisons and KMC boost their positions in the league standings and keep their hopes alive in the competitive title race.