Foreign players lock horns in NBC Premier League scoring race
Young Africans (Yanga) attacking midfielder Stephane Azizi KI during a past match. PHOTO | COURTESY
What you need to know:
- The skillful contributions of both foreign and Tanzanian players add excitement and intensity to the league, promising an exciting season for football enthusiasts in the country.
Dar es Salaam. As the NBC Premier League gains momentum, the race for the golden boot award has intensified, with three foreign players currently leading the charge.
Stephane Azizi Ki and Maxi Nzengeli, both representing the defending champions, Young Africans (Yanga), are in competition with Jean Baleke from Simba Sports Club.
Impressively, each of these players has notched up seven goals, making the golden boot battle particularly fierce.
Hailing from Burkina Faso, Stephane Azizi Ki brings a dynamic edge to Young Africans, showcasing his goal-scoring prowess in the league.
On the other hand, Nzengeli and Baleke, both originating from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), contribute significantly to Young Africans and Simba Sports Club, respectively, with their impressive goal tallies. In the midst of the foreign player dominance in the golden boot race, Azam FC's attacking midfielder, Feisal "Fei Toto" Salum, stands out as the sole Tanzanian player making a substantial impact.
Salum has accumulated five goals. Expanding the list, Waziri Junior of Kinondoni Municipal Council (KMC) and Matheo Anthony of Mtibwa Sugar have each scored three goals, showcasing their prowess on the field.
Joining them are Prince Dube (Zimbabwe) who play for Azam FC and Zambian Moses Phiri of Simba, adding further depth to the group of players with three goals each.
Foreign players continue to dominate, not only in the race for the golden boot but also in the category of players who have scored four goals. Young Africans' Pacome Zouzoua and Marouf Tchakei of Singida Fountain Gate FC have proven their goal-scoring abilities, making a significant impact on the league standings.
As the competition unfolds, the golden boot race remains a captivating aspect of the Mainland Tanzania Premier League, highlighting the diverse talent and international flavor that these players bring to the forefront.
The skillful contributions of both foreign and Tanzanian players add excitement and intensity to the league, promising an exciting season for football enthusiasts in the country.
