Hawassa vs Dire Dawa: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Awassa Kenema prepare to host Dire Dawa Kenema on February 22, 2026, with kick-off at 13:00, this ETHIOPIA: Premier League fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Awassa Kenema, currently 2nd in the standings with 35 points from 19 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 17 points from 9 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 0 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Dire Dawa Kenema, sitting 12th with 24 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 11 points from 9 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Awassa Kenema and Dire Dawa Kenema have favored Awassa Kenema, with Dire Dawa Kenema claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-0). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Adama Kenema, Awassa Kenema recorded a 2-0 victory while lining up in a standard formation.

Dire Dawa Kenema's last outing came against Arba Minch Kenema, where they secured a 1-1 draw using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Awassa Kenema are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Awassa Kenema and Dire Dawa Kenema are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest few goals: Awassa Kenema's fixtures have averaged 1.5 goals per game, with 1 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 20% of those matches, alongside 7 clean sheets. Dire Dawa Kenema's games average 1.6 goals, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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