The Ethiopian National Team revived their hope of progressing to the AFCON 2019 tournament that will take place in Cameroon as they secured a 1-0 win over Sierra Leone in Hawassa city of the horn African nation on Sunday.Ethiopia’s Getaneh Kebede converted from the penalty spot in the 34th minute after Ahmed Reshid was fouled. The Waliyas dominated proceedings and had plenty of chances to extend their lead, but were unable to make them count. After the game, coach of the Waliya’s Abraham Mebratu said that he was happy with the performance of his players at in sold out Hawassa international stadium. Following the win, the Waliyas are tied on 3 points with the rest of the Group F sides after two Match Days. A double header against neighbors Kenya in October will be the next assignment for Abraham Mebratu’s troops.

Source: Ethiopian News September 10, 2018 12:56 UTC