Tanzania Prisons vs Young Africans Prediction: I think the hosts will take advantage of their jaded opponent

On Thursday, Tanzania Prisons will face off against Young Africans at the Sokoine Stadium. The home team are unbeaten in their last four games, while the visitors head here with back-to-back victories. 

Tanzania Prisons (9th)

Last five games: LLWDW

Coach David Ouma's men are gradually working their way to the top with three wins in their past four matches. Tanzania Prisons have been solid at the back, with four games without conceding a goal. 

Since the appointment of coach David Ouma, Tanzania Prisons have been undefeated. Before the continental break, Samsoni Mbangul scored the only goal that won Tanzania Prisons the maximum points on their ground. Tanzania have now picked up eleven points from a combined twenty-one on their ground this season. 

Young Africans (1st)

Last five games: WWDWW

The Young Africans overcame another hurdle as they came from a (1-1) tie to secure a deserved victory over Mashujaa FC. The Yanga Boys were indecisive in front of goal for the fourth time in a row. Thanks to Yahya, who rescued the hosts for the second game in a row. 

Young Africans were made to labour for the maximum points, and Mudathir Yahya saved his side from criticism when he found the back of the net in the final few seconds of the match. 

Young Africans are still without their main goalkeeper, Diarra, and their best player, Aziz Ki, to mention a few. In their absence, Yanga Boys have struggled in front of goals but have been solid at the back. 

Young Africans maintain their spot at the top of the log and have won four, lost once and drawn a game away from home this season. 

Expert Betting Tips

Over their previous eighteen meetings, Young Africans have won eleven, while Tanzania Prisons have won once, and six games ended in a tie. The Yanga Boys have played three games in eight days and have struggled in those fixtures, especially in their attack. Their fitness level has dropped drastically and their key players are yet to turn in after their run in the AFCON Tournament. Bettors should choose wisely as we think the visitors might not be able to perform at their best here after a long flight. Young Africans still remain the favourite despite the absence of some notable players, however, Tanzania Prisons won’t be a walkover. I think this encounter will produce less than two goals for 1.62.

We think both sides will settle for a draw here for 2.05.

Young Africans will likely win and score less than two goals for 2.12.

Good luck!