Tanzania, May 3 -- Dar es Salaam. More than 170 young footballers are battling for glory in the 2026 edition of the Dar Youth League, a fast-growing grassroots competition shaping the future of Tanzanian football.

This year's tournament features eight teams: Bulls FC, Simba SC Youth, Magnet, West FA, New Life Academy, Guardian Angels, Spotlight FA and Safari Sports Academy.

In the opening matches played on Saturday, May 2, 2026 , Bulls FC thrashed Spotlight FA 6-0, while Safari Sports Academy defeated New Life Academy 4-0. Magnet YSA secured a 3-0 win over Guardian Angels, and Simba Youth edged West FA 2-0.

The league is scheduled to conclude in July. The competition brings together some of the most promising talents from across Dar es...