An early goal by Yusuf Ndikumana in the opening minutes has helped Mwanza based side Mbao FC survive in the Vodacom Premier league.

Ali Ali fouled Sadam Mohammed before Yusuf Ndikumana beat Mohammed Makaka in the stand goal for a 1-0 victory over Stand United at the CCM Kambarage stadium in Shinyanga

Mbao FC who were fighting relegation are now assured of remaining in the 20 team league after collecting 30 points not reachable by any other teams Lipuli,Majimaji or Ndanda

The goal scorer Yusuf Ndikumana was an elated man after the win.

Mbao FC almost got relegated last year and had to win their last match to survive

Coach Fulgence Novatis praised his charges for  their resilience  and thanked the players amd the fans

The relegation battle now is between Majimaji FC and Ndanda FC with one of the teams headed to the second tier