Coastal Union 0–2 Azam: Azam Cruise to Dominant Victory in Tanzanian Premier League

Azam FC delivered a commanding performance on the road, securing a comfortable 2–0 victory over Coastal Union at the Mkwakwani Stadium on 27 June 2026. The result keeps Azam firmly in the hunt for the top spots in the Tanzanian Premier League, while Coastal Union remain locked in a mid-table battle for consistency.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, Azam asserted control through crisp passing and relentless pressing. The visitors broke the deadlock in the 23rd minute when forward John Bocco latched onto a through ball and slotted calmly past the goalkeeper. The goal underscored Azam’s tactical discipline and ability to exploit gaps in the home side's defensive shape.

Coastal Union struggled to create clear chances against a well-organized Azam backline. The home side’s best opportunity came just before half‑time when a free‑kick from the edge of the box sailed narrowly over the bar. Defender Abdulmalik Zakaria marshaled the Azam defense effectively, cutting out crosses and launching counter‑attacks.

Second Half – Azam Seals the Win

The second half followed a similar pattern, with Azam dictating the tempo. In the 67th minute, midfielder Salum Kheri doubled the lead with a stunning strike from 25 yards that curled into the top corner, leaving the Coastal Union goalkeeper with no chance. The goal effectively ended the contest, as Azam’s midfield trio of Kheri, Mudathir Yahya, and Feisal Salum controlled possession and killed the game off.

Coastal Union pushed forward in the final 20 minutes but lacked the precision to break down Azam’s compact defensive unit. The visitors held firm to secure a clean sheet and three valuable points on the road.

Standings Impact

With this result, Azam climbed to third place in the Tanzanian Premier League standings, just four points behind leaders Young Africans. Coastal Union dropped to ninth, now seven points adrift of the top half. Azam’s next fixture sees them host Simba SC in a highly anticipated clash, while Coastal Union travel to face Kagera Sugar.