Ethiopian Insurance edged past Dire Dawa 1–0 in an Ethiopia Premier League contest on June 14, 2026. A solitary goal just after the hour mark was enough to secure all three points for the home side, who remain in the hunt for a top‑half finish.

Even First Half, Few Clear Chances

The opening 45 minutes saw both sides cancel each other out. Ethiopian Insurance had the better of possession, but Dire Dawa’s compact defence prevented any clear sights of goal. The visitors occasionally threatened on the counter, but their final ball lacked precision.

Goal Finally Arrives

The deadlock was broken in the 63rd minute. A corner kick was only partially cleared, and Yonas Tesfaye reacted quickest to volley the ball through a crowd of players and into the net. The stadium erupted as Ethiopian Insurance took the lead.

Dire Dawa Push for Equaliser

Dire Dawa responded by throwing on additional forwards, but Ethiopian Insurance’s defence, well‑drilled and disciplined, held firm. Goalkeeper Behailu Desta made a crucial save in the 78th minute, palming away a powerful drive from distance. The home team also had opportunities to seal the win on the counter, but wasteful finishing kept the scoreline tight.

League Implications

The win moves Ethiopian Insurance into the top six of the Ethiopia Premier League, just three points off the continental qualification places. Dire Dawa remain in the lower half, still searching for the consistency needed to climb the table.

Key Statistics

• Possession: Ethiopian Insurance 54% – Dire Dawa 46%
• Shots on target: Ethiopian Insurance 4 – Dire Dawa 2
• Yellow cards: Ethiopian Insurance 1 – Dire Dawa 2

Ethiopian Insurance will look to build on this hard‑earned victory, while Dire Dawa must quickly address their lack of cutting edge in front of goal if they are to avoid being drawn into a relegation scrap.