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Coastal Union set to face JKT Tanzania in Tanzanian championship

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Tanzanian club Coastal Union say they have completed preparations ahead of facing JKT Tanzania in the national championship. Assistant coach Luhaga Makunja says the players are in good condition to seek a positive result in the match scheduled at CCM Mkwakwani Stadium, according to Daily News.

Coastal Union are due to face JKT Tanzania in the Tanzanian football championship at CCM Mkwakwani Stadium in Tanga. Coastal Union assistant coach Luhaga Makunja said the team had completed its preparations and that its players were in good condition to aim for a positive result.

Coastal Union are 12th with four points from five matches, after one win, one draw and three defeats. JKT Tanzania are 10th with seven points, also from five matches.

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