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  • 08 January 2025, Diredawa City vs Ethiopia Bunna SC, 0-0, Draw
  • 04 January 2025, Bahir Dar Kenema FC vs Diredawa City, 1-1, Draw
  • 08 December 2024, Diredawa City vs Ethiopia Nigd Bank SA, 0-0, Draw
  • 03 December 2024, Diredawa City vs Sidama Bunna SC, 3-1, Win
  • 28 November 2024, Ethio Electric SC vs Diredawa City, 0-0, Draw
Diredawa City
Home
  • 10 January 2025, Shire Endaselassie FC vs Mechal SC, 1-2, Win
  • 06 January 2025, Mechal SC vs Hadiya Hossana FC, 0-1, Lose
  • 11 December 2024, Mechal SC vs Ethiopian Insurance FC, 0-0, Draw
  • 03 December 2024, Mechal SC vs Saint George SC, 4-3, Win
  • 29 November 2024, Arba Minch City FC vs Mechal SC, 1-3, Win
Mechal SC
Away
Premier League
Premier League, Ethiopia

This match report reviews the key aspects of a high-intensity Premier League encounter between Diredawa City and Defence Force SC.

In the match, Defence Force SC emerged victorious with a 3-1 scoreline. The away team displayed commendable proficiency on the field, where they controlled the match significantly by striking their two goal lead in the first half itself, within eight minutes (00:33:58-00:41:24). Adding to the heat, Diredawa City managed to get a hit at 01:23:17 in the second half. Still, Defence Force SC quickly retaliated within a minute.

In terms of discipline, Diredawa City accrued a single yellow card in the first half just moments before Defence Force SC netted their first goal. This might indicate lapses in the home team's defensive organization and strategy. Both teams, however, managed to avoid too many harsh interactions as evident by the relatively fewer yellow cards showcased (1-0).

Strategically, Diredawa City had the upper hand in corner kicks with a total of 4 compared to Defence Force SC with 2. This approximates greater territorial dominance by the home team but raises questions about their ability to convert these kinds of chances into goals.

On the other hand, Defence Force SC managed to score thrice despite having fewer corner kicks, indicating impressive efficiency in converting opportunities generated from open play. Both teams were evenly matched in offsides committed (2-2), suggesting a comparable level of vigilance and coordination in making forward runs and holding the defensive line, among the competing sides.

In conclusion, Defence Force SC displayed an admirable balance of control, resilience, and sharpness in attack to secure a compelling victory over Diredawa City. Nonetheless, both teams showcased a match worth Premier League standards, specifically in terms of maintaining discipline and keeping offsides in check. The crucial factor that stands out in impacting the outcome of the match is the efficiency in capitalizing opportunities. Despite having fewer corner kicks, Defence Force SC demonstrated tactical superiority by converting chances from open play into goals, setting them apart from Diredawa City.

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Form Guide

Draw0-0Diredawa City vs Ethiopia Bunna SC
Draw1-1Bahir Dar Kenema FC vs Diredawa City
Draw0-0Diredawa City vs Ethiopia Nigd Bank SA
Win3-1Diredawa City vs Sidama Bunna SC
Draw0-0Ethio Electric SC vs Diredawa City
PLAYED
5
WINS
1
GOALS
4:2
GOALS / MATCH
0.8
  • Diredawa City has won only one out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 4:2, scoring 0.8 goals average
Win1-2Shire Endaselassie FC vs Mechal SC
Lose0-1Mechal SC vs Hadiya Hossana FC
Draw0-0Mechal SC vs Ethiopian Insurance FC
Win4-3Mechal SC vs Saint George SC
Win1-3Arba Minch City FC vs Mechal SC
PLAYED
5
WINS
3
GOALS
9:6
GOALS / MATCH
1.8
  • Mechal SC has won three out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 9:6, scoring 1.8 goals average

Diredawa City H2H Mechal SC

Away gameDiredawa City01Mechal SCHome gamePremier League
Home gameDiredawa City13Mechal SCAway gamePremier League
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Home gameDiredawa City11Mechal SCAway gamePremier League
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PLAYED
5
WINS
0
GOALS
3:7
GOALS / MATCH
0.60
  • Diredawa City lost three times in head-to-head matches
  • Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 3:7; average goals per match – 0.60
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