Wolkite Keema vs Hawassa Prediction: An open one for the two struggling sides

The Ethiopia Premier League action shifts to Wolkite Stadium, where Wolkite Keema is set to face Hawassa. Leading up to this match, both teams have faced significant challenges and are eager for a chance at redemption. Let's delve into the previews below and make a prediction.

Wolkite Keema aims to break their winless streak in this match, returning to their home turf after a loss to Ethiopia Bunna. Their previous clash with Ethiopia Bunna concluded with a 1-0 score, marked by Anteneh Tefera's 33rd-minute goal as the deciding factor. However, in other matches during that period, they suffered three consecutive defeats against Defence Force, Welayta Dicha, and Fasil Kenema, with their most favorable result in the last five games being a goalless draw against Adama City. The hosts have encountered significant challenges, accumulating just nine points from 12 games, placing them 14th in the league standings leading up to this fixture.

Hawassa returned to the path of defeats last weekend as they faced Adama City away from home, succumbing to a narrow 3-2 loss. In the game, Hawassa initially took the lead in the 39th minute, courtesy of Ali Suliemnan's crucial goal, only to have Yosef Tarekegn equalize for Adama City. Tarekegn secured his second goal in the 50th minute of the second half, but Hawassa, displaying relentless effort, leveled the scores eight minutes later with Eyob Alemayehu. However, a 52nd-minute goal by Bona Ali for Adama City ultimately proved to be the match-winner.

As they approach the upcoming match, Hawassa's recent performances highlight a victory over Welayta Dicha as their most favorable result. Conversely, they faced defeats against Ethiopia Nigd Bank, Bahir Dar Kenema, St. George, Ethiopia Bunna, and Defence Force in the other matches within that timeframe.

Both teams are grappling with challenges at both ends of the field. Despite their recent struggles, the history of their last two encounters, characterized by multiple goals from both sides, suggests that this match will likely be goal-filled. Additionally, considering Wolkite Kenema's intention to capitalize on their home advantage, I anticipate the hosts returning to winning ways in this fixture.