# Young Africans (Yanga): Stats, Form and Betting Guide

> Young Africans (Yanga) stats and betting guide: club profile, the Kariakoo derby, a worked TSh example and popular markets for Yanga matches.

Source: https://oddsclass.com/leagues/nbc_premier_league/young_africans/ · Publisher: OddsClass editorial team · Reviewed: 2026-11-06 · Language: en
> **Short answer:** Young Africans, or Yanga, are Tanzania's most successful club. They have more than 30 league titles, including five in a row up to 2025/26. When betting on Yanga, watch their CAF schedule, team news and the Kariakoo derby.

## Club profile

| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | Young Africans Sports Club |
| Nickname | Yanga |
| Founded | 1935 |
| City | Jangwani, Dar es Salaam |
| Home ground | Benjamin Mkapa Stadium (60,000 seats). Some 2026/27 home games were played at other Dar es Salaam grounds, such as the KMC ground. |
| League titles | More than 30, the national record |
| Continental honours | CAF Confederation Cup runners-up 2023 |

## Rivals and derbies

Yanga's biggest rival is Simba SC. Their match is the **Kariakoo derby**, named after the area where both clubs were founded. It is the biggest game in Tanzanian football. Expect pressure, huge crowds and careful tactics.

## Young Africans betting example: Young Africans vs Simba

Say you stake (the money you bet) TSh 1,000 on GG in the [GG/NG](https://oddsclass.com/learn/gg_ng/) market. GG means both teams score. The odds are 1.85 (example odds).

| Final score | Both teams scored? | Return on TSh 1,000 |
|---|---|---|
| 2–1 | Yes – win | TSh 1,850.00 |
| 1–0 | No – lose | TSh 0.00 |
| 0–0 | No – lose | TSh 0.00 |

If the match ends 2–1, both teams scored. You get TSh 1,000 × 1.85 = TSh 1,850. Your profit is TSh 850. The winner does not matter for this bet. Try other stakes in the [payout calculator](https://oddsclass.com/tools/payout_calculator/).

## How to bet on Young Africans matches

You bet on Yanga matches by checking the same key factors each time. No factor makes a result certain.

- **CAF fixtures.** Yanga entered the 2026/27 CAF Champions League. Midweek trips can lead to rotation or tired players.
- **Home ground.** Yanga play in Dar es Salaam with big support. The venue can change, so check where the match is played.
- **Travel.** Away games in far regions mean long journeys. Tanzania is a large country.
- **Derby pressure.** Against Simba, form from earlier weeks may matter less.
- **Team news.** Check [injuries](https://oddsclass.com/learn/injuries_and_odds/) and suspensions before kick-off.

Read about [team form](https://oddsclass.com/learn/team_form/) and [head-to-head records](https://oddsclass.com/learn/head_to_head/) before you bet.

## Popular markets for Young Africans matches

- [1X2](https://oddsclass.com/learn/1x2/) – Yanga win, draw or opponent win.
- [GG/NG](https://oddsclass.com/learn/gg_ng/) – whether both teams score.
- [Asian handicap](https://oddsclass.com/learn/asian_handicap/) – gives the weaker team a head start in goals.
- [Over 2.5 goals](https://oddsclass.com/learn/over_2_5_goals/) – wins if the match has three or more goals.

## Common mistakes

- **Thinking Yanga cannot lose.** Champions still drop points, especially away.
- **Ignoring CAF trips.** A long journey can affect the next league game.
- **Expecting a high-scoring derby.** The Kariakoo derby can be tight.
- **Stacking Yanga into long accumulators.** Each extra match lowers your chance. See [accumulator bets](https://oddsclass.com/learn/accumulator_bet/).

## Bet responsibly

Only stake money you can afford to lose. Set a deposit limit in your bookmaker account before you start. If betting stops being fun, read [where to get help](https://oddsclass.com/learn/gambling_help/).

## Related guides

- [NBC Premier League betting guide](https://oddsclass.com/leagues/nbc_premier_league/)
- [Tanzania betting hub](https://oddsclass.com/tz/)
- [What is GG/NG in betting?](https://oddsclass.com/learn/gg_ng/)
- [Home advantage in betting](https://oddsclass.com/learn/home_advantage/)
- [What is Asian handicap?](https://oddsclass.com/learn/asian_handicap/)

## Sources

- [CAF: Young Africans aim to make history in Champions League quarter-finals](https://www.cafonline.com/caf-champions-league/news/young-africans-aim-to-make-history-in-totalenergies-caf-champions-league-quarter-finals/)
- [Wikiwand: Young Africans SC](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/Young_Africans)
- [Africa Top Sports: Young Africans retain Tanzania NBC Premier League title](https://en.africatopsports.com/young-africans-retain-tanzania-nbc-premier-league-title/)
- [The Citizen: Yanga seek to leapfrog Simba as they face JKT Tanzania](https://thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/sports/football/yanga-seek-to-leapfrog-simba-as-they-face-jkt-tanzania-today-5568884)
- [The Guardian (Tanzania): Tanzania's CAF quartet await continental fate](https://ippmedia.co.tz/the-guardian/sports/football/read/tanzanias-caf-quartet-await-continental-fate-2026-08-06-124708)