Young Africans SC returned to the top of the NBC Premier League table after securing a 2–0 victory against Fountain Gate FC in a tightly contested match played on June 18, 2026, at the Sheikh Amri Abeid Stadium.
The encounter started at a high tempo, with both teams showing strong determination and discipline in the opening minutes.
Yanga controlled possession for long periods and created several attacking opportunities, including corners and open play chances, but they were repeatedly denied by a well-organized Fountain Gate defense.
The first major turning point of the match came in the 43rd minute when Yanga were awarded a penalty after Maxi Nzengeli was brought down inside the box.
However, Allan Okello failed to convert from the spot, sending his effort over the crossbar and keeping the game level.
The first half ended 0–0, with both sides unable to break the deadlock despite their attacking efforts. Fountain Gate remained compact and disciplined, while Yanga looked sharper in possession but lacked the final touch in front of goal.
After the restart, Yanga came out with more intensity and increased pressure on their opponents. Their efforts were rewarded in the 52nd minute when Pacome Zouzoua finished off a well-worked attacking move to give the reigning champions a deserved lead.
Just two minutes later, Yanga doubled their advantage through Laurindo Dilson, popularly known as Depu, who calmly slotted home to give his side control of the match and ease pressure as they pushed for all three points.
From that moment, Yanga managed the game effectively, maintaining possession and limiting Fountain Gate’s chances of mounting a comeback.
Fountain Gate tried to respond with quick transitions and counterattacks, but Yanga’s defense remained solid and well-organized.
After 90 minutes of play, Yanga walked away with a 2–0 victory, a result that strengthened their push in the title race as the season nears its conclusion.
The win lifted NBC Premier League champions back to the top of the standings with 66 points, overtaking rivals Simba SC, who dropped to second place with 64 points.
The result has intensified the competition for the league title, with only a few matches remaining in the season.
Yanga’s performance highlighted their attacking depth and ability to respond under pressure, especially after missing a first-half penalty.
The quick second-half goals proved decisive and demonstrated their experience in handling high-stakes matches.
As the title race continues, both Yanga and Simba are expected to remain under pressure, with every remaining fixture likely to play a crucial role in deciding the 2025/26 NBC Premier League champion.
