Hadiya Hossana 1–1 Dire Dawa: Stalemate in Ethiopia Premier League

Hadiya Hossana and Dire Dawa shared the spoils in a 1–1 draw at the Hossana Stadium on 27 June 2026. The Ethiopia Premier League encounter was a midfield battle, with both sides taking a point that does little to change their mid‑table positions.

Match Details

The home side struck first in the 23rd minute when a corner was cleared only as far as midfielder Tesfaye Alemu, who volleyed home from 18 yards. Dire Dawa responded well and equalised just after the hour mark through a well‑worked team move finished by striker Yonas Tadesse. Neither team could find a winner despite late efforts, resulting in a fair draw.

Key Statistics

• Possession: Hadiya 51% – Dire Dawa 49%
• Shots: 12 each, with both sides managing 4 on target.
• Yellow cards: 3 for Hadiya, 2 for Dire Dawa.

League Implications

The draw leaves Hadiya Hossana in eighth place, while Dire Dawa remains 10th. Both teams are safely above the relegation zone but still have work to do to challenge for a top‑five finish.