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On 23rd February 2026, in the Ethiopian Premier League at a neutral venue, this match features Mekelle Kenema and Suhul Shire. The game could hinge on defensive solidity and set-piece opportunities, with a slight edge for a low-scoring draw or narrow victory, reflecting recent form and head-to-head trends.
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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19 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 13 | 13 | 0 | 23 | D D D W L |
| 17 |
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19 | 3 | 10 | 6 | 17 | 20 | -3 | 19 | L D D W D |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 19 | 3 | 10 | 6 |
| Home | 9 | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| Away | 10 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 32% | 32% | 37% |
| Home | 11% | 78% | 11% |
| Away | 50% | 10% | 60% |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 19 | 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Home | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| Away | 9 | 2 | 4 | 3 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 53% | 5% | 53% |
| Home | 60% | 10% | 50% |
| Away | 44% | 0% | 56% |
The match between Mekelle Kenema and Suhul Shire is a crucial fixture in the Ethiopian Premier League, with both teams displaying consistent recent form. Recent head-to-head encounters have been tightly contested, with the last meeting ending in a narrow 1-0 victory for Mekelle Kenema. Both sides are looking to strengthen their positions in the league standings, making this game highly strategic.
Mekelle Kenema likely approaches with a stable lineup, though injuries or suspensions are not indicated. Suhul Shire also maintains a consistent squad, emphasizing experienced defenders. No significant squad changes or injuries are reported, implying both teams will field their strongest lineups.
If Mekelle Kenema scores first in the match against Suhul Shire, expect a cautious approach from Suhul Shire, possibly leading to a more defensive game. If the game is level at half-time, the second half may see increased attacking efforts from both sides, especially considering recent form. Late goals are plausible given the recent competitive history and the teams’ trends of disciplined defending and opportunistic scoring.
Expect a balanced approach from Mekelle Kenema, with potential reliance on set pieces and quick counters. Suhul Shire may adopt a disciplined, organized defensive structure, aiming to capitalize on counterattacks. The game could be low on goals given recent defensive resilience, making unders on goals and clean sheets attractive betting angles.
See below all the main information for this match.
The match is scheduled for 23rd February 2026 at a neutral venue, with a lean towards a low-scoring contest based on recent defensive records and head-to-head trends.
Mekelle Kenema has shown a solid defensive record, often keeping clean sheets, which supports an emphasis on under 2.5 goals in the match.
Recent head-to-head results have been tight, with Mekelle Kenema winning two of their last three encounters, alternating wins and losses, and a draw in the latest meeting.
In the last five league matches, Mekelle Kenema has a win/draw/loss record of 1/3/1 while Suhul Shire has 2/2/1, indicating balanced recent form.