Ethiopia Premier League: Saint George SC and Sidama Bunna Settle for Goalless Draw

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – May 1, 2026 – Saint George SC, one of the most decorated clubs in Ethiopian football, was held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Sidama Bunna in an Ethiopia Premier League encounter at their home ground. Despite dominating large spells of the game, the Saints were unable to find a way past a resilient Sidama Bunna defense.

The match, played under clear skies with a kickoff at 19:00, saw Saint George start with intensity. The home side aimed to assert their dominance early, but Sidama Bunna came with a clear game plan: stay compact, frustrate the hosts, and hit on the break. This strategy proved effective for the entirety of the 90 minutes.

A Night of Missed Opportunities for the Saints

Saint George created the clearer opportunities throughout the match. In the 23rd minute, midfielder Abubeker Nassir saw his powerful drive from the edge of the box parried away by the Sidama Bunna goalkeeper. The best chance of the first half came just before the break when striker Getaneh Kebede met a cross with a firm header, only to see it clip the top of the crossbar and go over.

The second half followed a similar pattern. Saint George pushed forward in waves, but Sidama Bunna’s defense, led by the commanding center-back Tesfaye Assefa, stood firm. The visitors’ goalkeeper was also in fine form, making several routine but important saves to keep the score level. Sidama Bunna almost snatched an unexpected win in the 79th minute when a swift counter-attack saw their winger one-on-one with the Saint George keeper, but he fired his shot straight at the custodian.

League Table Implications

This draw is a setback for Saint George SC in their pursuit of the Ethiopia Premier League title. Dropping points at home is never ideal, especially against a mid-table side like Sidama Bunna. For the visitors, this is a well-earned point that will boost their confidence as they aim to climb away from the relegation zone.

The result also highlights a growing trend in the league: the increased competitiveness of smaller clubs against the traditional giants. Sidama Bunna will take great pride in their defensive organization and discipline.

Saint George SC will need to regroup quickly and sharpen their finishing in front of goal if they are to stay in contention for silverware this season.