Ethiopia seeking second successive win against Kenya

Abel Yalew of Ethiopia loses his marker Yeami Dunia of Sierra Leone during the 2019 Afcon qualifier between Ethiopia and Sierra Leone at the International Stadium in Hawassa, Ethiopia on 9 September 2018 © OmnaTaddele/BackpagePix

by Austin Ditlhobolo

Monday Oct 08, 2018. 14:00

Ethiopia will welcome Kenya in the 2019 CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualification Group F match in Bahir Dar on Wednesday, October 10. Kick-off is at 15h00 CAT.

Walia Ibex recorded a 1-0 win over Sierra Leone at home in their previous 2019 AFCON qualifier last month.

The victory extended Ethiopia's unbeaten run to three games in all competitions having two draws and one win.

The East African side will be eyeing their second successive win against a rejuvenated Kenya side.

Meanwhile, Kenya secured a 1-0 win over Ghana at home in their previous 2019 AFCON qualifier last month.

The Harambee Stars then recorded their second successive win when they beat Malawi 1-0 in a friendly game at home last month.

The East African giants will be keen to maintain their good form against stubborn Ethiopia side.