THE Tanzania Premier League Board (TPLB) has officially released the fixtures for the Premier League, with matches set to resume early next month after a temporary suspension.

The league was paused to allow for preparations for the African Nations Championship (CHAN), originally scheduled to begin on February 1 across Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. However, CHAN was postponed to August, paving the way for the resumption of domestic football.

Simba SC will kick off their second-round campaign on February 2 with an away fixture against Tabora United at the Ally Hassan Mwinyi Stadium in Tabora. 

The league leaders, who currently top the table with 40 points from 15 matches, will be aiming to extend their impressive form that includes 13 wins, one draw, and one loss.

After the match against Tabora United, Simba’s upcoming fixtures include away games against Singida Big Stars, followed by home matches against Tanzania Prisons and Dodoma Jiji. 

They will then travel to play Namungo FC in what promises to be an action-packed schedule.

The much-anticipated Dar es Salaam Derby between Simba SC and their fierce rivals Young Africans SC has been scheduled for March 8. 

This match, a highlight of the Tanzanian football calendar, is expected to draw massive attention from fans across the country.

Meanwhile, the Mzizima Derby between Azam FC and Simba SC will take place on February 24 at the KMC Complex. 

This will be the first time the derby is hosted at this venue in the Premier League, adding an extra layer of excitement for fans of both sides.

Another derby clash to watch will see Azam FC hosting Young Africans on May 10 at the Azam Complex. The last encounter between these two sides ended in Azam’s favour, with Gibril Sillah scoring the decisive goal. 

The upcoming match is expected to be a thrilling showdown as both teams vie for supremacy.

Simba currently lead the league standings with 40 points from 15 matches. They have been dominant this season, securing 13 victories, one draw, and suffering only one defeat.

Young Africans, the defending champions, sit in second place with 39 points from 15 matches. They have recorded 13 wins and two losses so far. 

Young Africans’ next five fixtures include matches against Kagera Sugar, KenGold, JKT Tanzania, KMC FC, and Singida Big Stars.

Azam FC occupy third place with 36 points from 16 matches. They have managed 11 wins, three draws, and two losses. 

Azam’s upcoming matches include games against KMC, Pamba Jiji, Mashujaa, Coastal Union, and a high-stakes clash with Simba.

As the Premier League resumes, fans can look forward to intense battles on the pitch as the top teams fight for glory. With derbies, revenge matches, and title races all on the horizon, this promises to be a thrilling second half of the season.

All eyes will now turn to February, as the league kicks off with renewed energy and excitement.