Clement Mzize struck twice within the opening 20 minutes as Tanzania sealed their place within the quarterfinals of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) with a 2-1 victory over Madagascar on the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam.

The Taifa Stars, cheered on by a vigorous house crowd regardless of swathes of empty seats, made a blistering begin.

Mzize opened the scoring within the thirteenth minute, pouncing on a rebound after Mudathir Yahya’s fierce effort crashed off the upright.

Seven minutes later, he doubled the lead, timing his run completely to fulfill Feisal Salum’s exact free kick and steer it previous the goalkeeper.

Madagascar, shaken by the early onslaught, discovered a lifeline within the thirty fourth minute. Mika Razafimahatana drilled house from shut vary after neat build-up play from Lalaina Rafanomezantsoa.

The second half was extra cagey, with Madagascar pushing for an equalizer. Jean Luc Ranaivoson got here near leveling, however Tanzania’s defence held agency. Shomari Kapombe virtually restored the two-goal cushion for the hosts, however the rating remained unchanged.

The win retains Tanzania excellent in Group B with three victories from three video games, making them the primary staff to qualify for the final eight.