Wolkite Ketema vs Mechal Prediction: A competitive opener is expected

In the opening game of the Ethiopia Premier League, Wolkite Ketema will play Mechal at Dire Dawa International Stadium. The last meetings of the two teams ended in Mechal’s favor. How will this encounter unfold?

In the previous season, Wolkite Ketema struggled so much but still did well in avoiding relegation. In 30 league games played, this team accumulated just 23 points out of a possible 90, scoring just 15 goals while conceding 41 in that run. However, the home team finished that season with consecutive league wins, coming against Adama City and Hambaricho, games that ended 0-1 and 0-2, respectively. 

Mechal will go all out for the league this season after a strong performance last season, which saw them finish 2nd. In 30 league matches played, this team accumulated 63 points out of a possible 90, one point adrift of first placed league winner, Ethiopia Nigd Bank. However, Mechal scored 47 goals in those matches while conceding 27. Heading into the new season, Mechal have a winning of four consecutive matches and an unbeaten record of nine games.

Mechal are too good for Wolkite Ketema, and following a very impressive performance the previous season, I do not expect them to struggle. This game should be a competitive encounter, though, as being on the road could be a tough one to deal with. Yet, I feel the road team is on a high level and should open the season with a win.