Fasil Kenema vs Sidama Bunna Prediction: Hosts to extend win run

Fasil Kenema and Sidama Bunna will go head-to-head in this Round 18 Ethiopia Premier League match at Fasiledes Stadium. In their previous encounter, Fasil Kenema secured a 1-0 away victory against Sidama Bunna. Can Sidama Bunna exact revenge with a win in this fixture?

Fasil Kenema secured a victory in their last outing against Ethiopian Insurance, clinching a 2-0 win on the road. The match remained goalless at halftime, but Fasil Kenema broke the deadlock in the 68th minute through Getaneh Kebede's penalty kick. Natnael Masresha added another goal in the 85th minute, sealing the victory for Fasil Kenema. This win marks their third victory in recent games, with previous wins against Hawassa and Shashemene Kenema. However, they also managed a 1-1 draw against Adama City and suffered a loss against Ethiopia Nigd Bank during this period.

With 29 points earned from 17 games so far this season, Fasil Kenema currently sits in 4th place in the league standings.

Sidama Bunna were only able to secure a draw in their recent match against Wolkite Kenema, which ended in a goalless stalemate. However, preceding this game, the visiting side suffered losses to both St. George and Ethiopia Bunna, with scores of 1-0 and 3-0 respectively. In fact, Sidama Bunna have now lost four out of their last six league games, with defeats also coming against Hambericho Durame and Defence Force. Their sole victory in this period was a 2-1 win over Ethiopia Nigd Bank. As they approach this upcoming fixture, Sidama Bunna currently occupy the 12th position in the league standings with 19 points accumulated from 17 games. They have scored 14 goals and conceded 17 goals so far this season.

Fasil Kenema holds the upper hand on paper and has dominated this fixture, winning four out of the last five meetings. On the contrary, Sidama Bunna's away form hasn't been impressive lately, and they have shown inconsistency in recent games. While I wouldn't underestimate Sidama Bunna, I anticipate they will prioritize defensive play in this match. Therefore, betting on the hosts to win with few goals seems like the most favorable option for this encounter.