Yanga Sports Club has confirmed receiving a response from the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) concerning case number CAS2025/A/11298.
The international body has advised the club to first exhaust local dispute resolution mechanisms before the case can proceed at the global level.
In an official statement released by the club’s executive committee, Yanga expressed disappointment with the directive, citing a lack of trust in local football authorities due to what they describe as ongoing injustices and biased decision making.
“We have received communication from CAS regarding our appeal, and they have directed us to return the matter to local football bodies for internal handling before escalating it further,” the statement reads.
However, the club insists it will not take the case back to Tanzanian football authorities, alleging deep-rooted unfairness and selective enforcement of regulations.
“We have no confidence in local football authorities. We are not prepared to submit our matter to institutions that continue to show blatant favoritism and violate established procedures,” Yanga stated.
The leadership went on to emphasize that these alleged injustices are not isolated but part of a broader pattern of misconduct that threatens the integrity and development of football in Tanzania.
“There is a clear pattern of oppression, rule violations, and biased treatment towards certain teams. This undermines the sport and discourages fair competition,” the statement added.
Yanga also stood firm on its position regarding Premier League match number 184 of the current season, reaffirming that it will not participate in the fixture.
“Our stance on match number 184 remains unchanged we will not take part in the game in any form,” the club declared.
The club concluded by rallying its members and supporters, urging them to remain united and committed to defending the club’s rights and integrity.
“All our members are ready to stand up and fight for their rights, by any legal means necessary, to end this injustice. We are committed to protecting the values of the game and ensuring that football governance in Tanzania is transparent and accountable,” the statement concluded.
As tensions escalate between Yanga and local football authorities, the standoff is expected to have wider implications for the Tanzanian Premier League and the governance of football in the country.
