Tanzania, Aug. 15 -- Dar es Salaam. Yanga SC made a winning start to their NBC Premier League title defence after defeating Namungo FC 3-1 in their opening league fixture of the 2026/2027 season at the Majaliwa Stadium today on August 15, 2026.

The reigning champions were forced to work hard for the three points after a goalless first half, but they eventually found their breakthrough in the 68th minute through Chadrack Boka.

Boka opened his scoring account for the new campaign with a well-taken header after rising to meet a superb cross from Housseine Zakouani. The goal finally unlocked a Namungo defence that had managed to keep Yanga at bay for much of the opening period.

Yanga quickly built on their advantage, doubling their lead ju...