Tabora United vs JKT Tanzania Prediction: Bet on the hosts in this one

The Ali Hassan Mwinyi Stadium is set to host the round 22 Tanzania Ligi Kuu Bara match between Tabora United and JKT Tanzania. Ahead of this encounter, both teams are striving to steer clear of relegation. What will be the outcome of this match?

Tabora United's most recent match was in the Federation Cup, where they secured a convincing victory over Singida Fountain Gate on the road. The first half of the game was characterized by a defensive stalemate. However, the second half saw a significant shift, with Tabora United breaking the deadlock just three minutes in, courtesy of a goal from Najim Mussa. Subsequently, goals in the 71st and 91st minutes from Patrick Lembo sealed the victory for Tabora United, propelling them into the next round of the competition.

Before this triumph, Tabora United had struggled in league matches, managing to win only one game, which was a home victory against Coastal Union. During this period, they suffered defeats to Tanzania Prisons, Dodoma Jiji, and Kinondoni MC.

JKT Tanzania recently played a goalless match against Coastal Union in the Federation Cup, which they ultimately lost on penalties, resulting in a 5-4 defeat. This draw marked JKT Tanzania's fourth consecutive match without a victory in regular time out of their last five games. Additionally, in league matches, JKT Tanzania has drawn against Kinondoni MC, Kagera Sugar, and Tanzania Prisons, with each game ending in a 1-1 tie. Furthermore, their match against Mashujaa resulted in a 1-0 loss on the road. It's worth noting that JKT Tanzania's last league victory occurred in early November 2023, when they won against Mtibwa Sugar, who are currently at the bottom of the standings.

It's anticipated to be another closely contested, low-scoring match. Both teams have been underwhelming in the league so far, and I can't confidently support either side. However, based on Tabora United's performance against Singida Gate, I believe they have the potential to do better in this match, and I predict they will win 1-0.