Azam FC secured a dominant 2-0 victory over Mashujaa FC at the Chamazi Stadium on June 17, 2026, in a Tanzanian Premier League fixture that saw the hosts control proceedings from start to finish. The win kept Azam firmly in contention near the top of the table, while Mashujaa remained in the lower half after a difficult afternoon in Dar es Salaam.

Match Overview

Playing in front of a passionate home crowd, Azam quickly imposed their style on the game. Their high pressing and quick passing sequences made it difficult for Mashujaa to find any rhythm. The breakthrough came midway through the first half when a well-worked corner kick was headed home by central defender Juma Mwinyi, giving the home side a deserved lead.

The second half followed a similar pattern. Azam continued to dominate possession and create chances, while Mashujaa struggled to mount any serious attacks. The second goal arrived in the 68th minute, when winger Salim Khamis cut inside from the left and unleashed a powerful shot that curled past the helpless Mashujaa goalkeeper.

Key Moments

• 23' – Goal: Juma Mwinyi heads in from a corner after Azam's set-piece routine catches Mashujaa sleeping.
• 45+2' – Yellow card: Mashujaa's midfielder Abdi Hassan is booked for a late tackle on Khamis.
• 68' – Goal: Salim Khamis scores a brilliant solo effort, cutting inside and firing into the top corner.
• 81' – Miss: Azam's substitute striker Musa Juma hits the post from close range, missing a third goal.

Standout Players

• Salim Khamis (Azam): A constant threat on the left flank, his goal and overall movement made him the man of the match.
• Juma Mwinyi (Azam): Solid at both ends of the pitch, scoring the opener and keeping Mashujaa's forwards quiet.
• Idd Saleh (Mashujaa): Despite the defeat, the goalkeeper made several good saves to keep the scoreline respectable.

Table Impact

The win lifted Azam to third place in the Tanzanian Premier League standings, just three points behind leaders Simba SC. For Mashujaa, the loss kept them in 14th place, only two points above the relegation zone. With the season reaching its critical phase, Azam's title hopes remain alive, while Mashujaa face a battle to stay up.