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On 5th March 2026, Mekelle Kenema hosts Dire Dawa Kenema in the Ethiopian Premier League at an unspecified venue. Both teams show strong defensive stats in recent matches, but recent head-to-heads suggest a tight contest. The main lean is towards a home victory or a draw with low goals expected.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 |
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21 | 5 | 10 | 6 | 13 | 22 | -9 | 25 | L D D W D |
| 18 |
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21 | 4 | 11 | 6 | 18 | 20 | -2 | 23 | D W L D D |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 21 | 4 | 11 | 6 |
| Home | 10 | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| Away | 11 | 2 | 5 | 4 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 38% | 24% | 38% |
| Home | 20% | 70% | 10% |
| Away | 55% | 18% | 64% |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 21 | 5 | 10 | 6 |
| Home | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Away | 10 | 2 | 6 | 2 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 38% | 5% | 57% |
| Home | 36% | 0% | 64% |
| Away | 40% | 10% | 50% |
Mekelle Kenema faces Dire Dawa Kenema in a highly anticipated Ethiopian Premier League clash. Both teams have a history of close encounters, with recent results showing shared dominance. The match presents opportunities for backed selections like Mekelle Kenema’s win or a draw, especially considering their recent home form and Dire Dawa’s defensive resilience.
Mekelle Kenema could feature key players like Benjamin Afutu Kotey and Bisrat Bekele in midfield to control the game. Dire Dawa Kenema, with experienced defenders like R. Sherif, will likely prioritize defensive solidity. Injuries or suspensions are not publicly noted, adding confidence for both squads to field their strongest lineups.
If Mekelle Kenema scores first in the upcoming match against Dire Dawa Kenema, expect a cautious response from Dire Dawa, especially given their solid recent defensive record. A draw at halftime could be likely, but late goals for either team are possible based on recent history. Mekelle Kenema's recent form suggests they can maintain control if they score early.
With both teams showing strong defensive organizations, betting on a low-scoring game makes tactical sense. Mekelle Kenema's recent under 2.5 goals trend coupled with Dire Dawa's disciplined defensive record supports this angle. Expect a tempo that may favor set-pieces and tight defending, with limited open play chances.
See below all the main information for this match.
The safest bet for this match appears to be the combo of a double chance on Mekelle Kenema or a draw, with under 3.5 goals, reflecting recent form and defensive solidity.
A potential outcome based on recent head-to-heads and form is a narrow Mekelle Kenema victory, likely around 1-0 or 2-1.
Both teams have good recent defensive records, so under 2.5 goals could be a strategic choice.
There is a low likelihood of both teams scoring, given their recent statistics, with some matches featuring failed to score for either side.
The match is expected to be closely contested, with a possible draw or narrow win; betting on this can offer value depending on odds.