Defence Force vs Bahir Dar Kenema Prediction: A competitive close encounter expected

The Ethiopia Premier League fixture featuring Defence Force and Bahir Dar Kenema is scheduled to unfold at Addis Ababa Stadium. Both teams have faced challenges in recent performances and are eager to deliver a more flawless display in this upcoming match. Let's delve into a comprehensive match preview and formulate a prediction for the anticipated encounter.

Bahir Dar Kenema encountered difficulty breaking through Ethiopian Insurance's defense last week, resulting in a goalless draw. Despite creating numerous scoring opportunities throughout both halves, Bahir Dar struggled with finishing touches. The team maintained 52% possession and managed 13 shots, with five on target. Currently occupying the 6th position on the BetKing Ethiopian Premier League table, Bahir Dar Kenema has accumulated 23 points from 16 games, scoring 18 goals and conceding 16. In their last five fixtures, they secured one victory but faced three defeats and one draw, scoring three goals while conceding five. The Waves of Tana have encountered challenges in scoring consistently and must rediscover their goal-scoring prowess to enhance their chances of claiming all three points in the upcoming match against Defence Force.

Defence Force experienced a turbulent match last weekend against Hadiya Hossana, leading twice before eventually succumbing to a 3-2 defeat. Mekelakeya had a strong start, netting the opening goal just two minutes into the game, but Hadiya Hossana equalized in the 33rd minute. Defence Force regained the lead through a penalty at the 60-minute mark, only to face adversity when one of their players scored an own goal 11 minutes later. This setback paved the way for Hadiya Hossana to secure the winning goal four minutes from full-time. Despite having 63% possession and 13 shots, with four on target, Defence Force couldn't secure a favorable result.

In the BetKing Ethiopian Premier League standings, Defence Force currently holds the second position with 33 points from 16 matches. They have scored 23 goals and conceded 17 during this period. Over their last five fixtures, Mekelakeya won two, suffered two losses, and had one draw, scoring five goals while conceding eight. Although Defence Force has faced challenges in recent league outings, they will be optimistic about their chances against Bahir Dar Kenema, a team that has struggled to deliver consistent performances in recent months.

Defence Force, once occupying the top spot in the standings, has experienced a decline due to inconsistent performances in recent league matches. On the other hand, Bahir Dar Kenema has been grappling with difficulties in securing victories. With Defence Force in better form leading up to their upcoming clash against a struggling Bahir Dar Kenema side, they are expected to deliver a win-to-nil performance, sealing the match with a predicted 1-0 score at the final whistle.