Mekelle Kenema vs Mekelakeya Match Recap - Oct 24, 2025

Mekelle Kenema and Mekelakeya Share Spoils in Thrilling 2-2 Stalemate

In a gripping encounter on October 24, 2025, Mekelle Kenema fought back from the brink to earn a 2-2 draw with Mekelakeya, a result that leaves both teams with more questions than answers early in the Premier League season. Just as I had speculated in my preview, the intensity of the fixture promised fireworks, but even I couldn't have foreseen how the drama would unfold.

The match kicked off with immediate fervor, as Mekelle Kenema took an early lead in the 15th minute. The crowd erupted, momentarily forgetting their team's recent struggles, having failed to score in their previous outing against Suhul Shire. However, the joy was short-lived, as Mekelakeya equalized just a minute later, their rapid response highlighting the competitive nature of the league. In a fluid exchange, Mekelakeya then surged ahead with a goal from Chernet Gugsa in the 20th minute, swiftly turning the tide in what was becoming a high-paced goal fest.

The first half unfolded like a game of chess, with both sides tactically probing for weaknesses, but neither could find the net again before the break. With Mekelle Kenema occupying the 17th position in the league standings, the players returned to the field in desperate search of a way back into the match. The second half proved more fruitful for the home side. In the 64th minute, they responded with another equalizer, injecting fresh life into the match that had seemed to be slipping away.

For Mekelle Kenema, this point may feel like a reprieve after facing the dismal prospect of zero points from their first two fixtures. The season is still young, but their inability to secure a win will surely weigh heavily on their collective psyche. While they displayed resilience, it remains unclear if they can carry this momentum into their next challenges.

Conversely, Mekelakeya, at 6th place and with three points now from two matches, will likely view this draw as a missed opportunity to seize a firmer foothold in the league. Their strong start, marked by a victory against Welayta Dicha, has been tempered by a failure to capitalize on their early advantage against a struggling opponent.

Looking ahead, both teams know that consistency will be crucial for their ambitions this season. For Mekelle Kenema, the challenge will be to build on this performance as they seek their first victory. Meanwhile, Mekelakeya must strive to convert their promising start into sustained success, learning from their inability to hold onto a lead when it mattered most.

In a league where every point counts, this match will serve as a reminder that the journey is far from over and that the drama of the Premier League will continue to unfold in the weeks to come.