Bahir Dar Kenema FC vs Defence Force FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 19 May

Prediction Match Centre

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

DDLDL

11th place in Ethiopia Premier League

1-1

Draw
Probability 33%

19/05/2026 09:00

Defence Force FC

DLLWL

3rd place in Ethiopia Premier League

Ethiopia Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Bahir Dar Kenema FC vs Defence Force FC on 19 May 2026 (kick-off: 09:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Bahir Dar Kenema FC vs Defence Force FC preview before placing your bet.

Bahir Dar Kenema FC will face Defence Force FC in Ethiopia Premier League on May 19, 2026 at 09:00.
Bahir Dar Kenema FC are currently 11th with 48 points after 38 matches.
Defence Force FC sit 3rd with 57 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.70.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Weather

09:00

2026-05-19

Bahir Dar Kenema FC vs Defence Force FC - Prediction & Odds

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

Defence Force FC

2026-05-19 09:00

STANDINGS UP TO 19/05/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Sidama Bunna	68	38	19	11	8	43	23	20
02 Negelle Arsi	60	38	15	15	8	37	30	7
03 Defence Force FC	57	38	14	15	9	44	31	13
04 Fasil Kenema	55	38	14	13	11	28	28	0
05 Ethio Electric FC	54	38	13	15	10	32	26	6
06 Kedus Giorgis	54	38	14	12	12	33	31	2
07 Wolaita Dicha	51	38	11	18	9	37	31	6
08 Ethiopia Bunna	51	38	13	12	13	40	39	1
09 Hawassa City FC	50	38	12	14	12	37	33	4
10 Sheger Ketema	50	37	11	17	9	34	30	4
11 Bahir Dar Kenema FC	48	38	9	21	8	28	28	0
12 Hadiya Hossana	48	38	11	15	12	31	35	-4
13 Ethiopia Nigd Bank	47	38	11	14	13	45	45	0
14 Adama City	46	38	10	16	12	35	39	-4
15 Welwalo Adigrat	46	38	10	16	12	32	36	-4
16 Ethiopian Insurance FC	43	37	9	16	12	29	31	-2
17 Shire Endaselassie FC	42	38	9	15	14	24	32	-8
18 Dire Dawa	42	38	9	15	14	26	42	-16
19 Mekelle 70 Enderta FC	40	38	8	16	14	28	37	-9
20 Arba Minch	35	38	7	14	17	30	46	-16

Head To Head

10/01/2026 06:00

Defence Force FC

1 - 2

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

ETH PR

19/05/2025 08:00

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

0 - 0

Defence Force FC

ETH PR

25/01/2025 08:00

Defence Force FC

1 - 1

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

ETH PR

07/03/2024 11:59

Defence Force FC

0 - 1

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

ETH PR

15/10/2023 08:00

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

2 - 1

Defence Force FC

ETH PR

19/12/2022 09:00

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

2 - 3

Defence Force FC

ETH PR

Defence Force FC

17%

Draw

33%

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

50%

Bahir Dar Kenema FC Last 6 matches

15/05/2026 09:00

Dire Dawa 0 - 2 Bahir Dar Kenema FC

ETH PR

10/05/2026 08:00

Bahir Dar Kenema FC 0 - 0 Welwalo Adigrat

ETH PR

06/05/2026 08:00

Fasil Kenema 0 - 2 Bahir Dar Kenema FC

ETH PR

01/05/2026 09:00

Bahir Dar Kenema FC 1 - 1 Shire Endaselassie FC

ETH PR

20/04/2026 06:00

Bahir Dar Kenema FC 0 - 2 Sheger Ketema

ETH PR

15/04/2026 08:00

Ethiopian Insurance FC 1 - 1 Bahir Dar Kenema FC

ETH PR

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Defence Force FC

14/05/2026 11:00

Defence Force FC 4 - 0 Negelle Arsi

ETH PR

09/05/2026 11:00

Ethiopia Bunna 1 - 1 Defence Force FC

ETH PR

04/05/2026 09:00

Defence Force FC 0 - 0 Adama City

ETH PR

29/04/2026 08:00

Ethio Electric FC 0 - 1 Defence Force FC

ETH PR

19/04/2026 11:00

Defence Force FC 0 - 0 Hawassa City FC

ETH PR

15/04/2026 11:00

Dire Dawa 1 - 2 Defence Force FC

ETH PR

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ethiopia Premier Leagu...

Played games

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

Defence Force FC

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.74

Scored

Avg. per game

1.16

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.82

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

18 (47%)20 (53%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

25 (66%)13 (34%)

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

Recent matches

Defence Force FC

Under /Over

(53%)20 18(47%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(63%)24 14(37%)

Under /Over

(16%)6 32(84%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(37%)14 24(63%)

Under /Over

(26%)10 28(74%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(29%)11 27(71%)

/Yes

(32%)12 26(68%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(39%)15 23(61%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

Defence Force FC

Shots

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

Total shots

8.89 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Defence Force FC

Total shots

8.89 avg / game

Blocked

2 total

Avg. 1.00

Bahir Dar Kenema FC Pass Defence Force FC

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

Played games

Defence Force FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.53

Clean sheets

0.47

3.92

149

Corners

199

5.24

2.87

109

Throw-ins

115

3.03

1.74

Offsides

1.03

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Bahir Dar Kenema FC

DISCIPLINARY

Defence Force FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.74

1.68

0.05

0.05

8.50

323

Fouls

279

7.34

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Bahir Dar Kenema FC vs Defence Force FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Bahir Dar Kenema FC vs Defence Force FC on 19 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Ethiopia Premier League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Bahir Dar Kenema FC vs Defence Force FC Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Bahir Dar Kenema FC's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Defence Force FC's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Ethiopia Premier League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Ethiopia Premier League standings and the Ethiopia Premier League form table to understand exactly where Bahir Dar Kenema FC and Defence Force FC sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Ethiopia Premier League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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