Wolaita Dicha Secure Vital Away Win Over Bahir Dar Kenema in Ethiopia Premier League
Bahir Dar, Ethiopia – Wolaita Dicha delivered a composed and clinical away performance on June 16, 2026, defeating Bahir Dar Kenema FC 2-0 at a packed stadium in the Ethiopia Premier League. The result moved Wolaita Dicha up the standings while dealing a blow to Bahir Dar's hopes of climbing into the top half of the table.
From the opening whistle, the visitors looked disciplined and dangerous on the counterattack. Bahir Dar Kenema, spurred on by their home crowd, enjoyed spells of possession but lacked the cutting edge in the final third. Wolaita Dicha's defensive organization frustrated the home side, and the deadlock was broken just before the half-hour mark.
First-Half Breakthrough
A swift transition from defense to attack saw Wolaita Dicha's forward burst through the midfield and slide a perfectly weighted pass into the path of Ermias Tesfaye, who slotted calmly past the onrushing Bahir Dar goalkeeper. The goal gave the visitors a deserved lead and shifted the momentum firmly in their favor.
Second-Half Control and Sealing the Win
After the interval, Bahir Dar pushed forward in search of an equalizer, but Wolaita Dicha remained compact and dangerous. The home side nearly found a breakthrough when a header from a corner clipped the crossbar, but the visitors held firm. In the 72nd minute, a defensive lapse from Bahir Dar was punished ruthlessly. A long ball over the top caught the backline flat, and Dawit Hailu raced onto it before finishing with composure for 2-0.
Late attempts by Bahir Dar to reduce the deficit were thwarted by Wolaita Dicha's goalkeeper, who made two sharp saves. The final whistle confirmed a clean sheet and three crucial points for the away side.
Standout Players
- Ermias Tesfaye (Wolaita Dicha) – Scored the opener and was a constant threat with his movement.
- Dawit Hailu (Wolaita Dicha) – Added the second goal and used his pace to keep the home defense on edge.
- Abel Mengesha (Bahir Dar Kenema) – Despite the loss, the central midfielder worked tirelessly to create chances.
Impact on the Standings
The victory lifted Wolaita Dicha into the top six of the Ethiopia Premier League table, while Bahir Dar Kenema remained in the lower half, now four points adrift of the promotion playoff spot. The result also extended Wolaita Dicha's unbeaten run to three matches, reinforcing their reputation as a difficult side to break down.
With the season entering its decisive phase, both teams will look to build on this performance. Bahir Dar Kenema will need to tighten their defense and convert chances if they hope to climb away from the relegation zone, while Wolaita Dicha have proven they can grind out results away from home.