Sheger Ketema host Suhul Shire on 4 February at 10:00 (GMT) in a league meeting that could shape the mid‑table picture, with both sides arriving in contrasting recent form.
Sheger Ketema approach the match on the back of a five‑game run of LDWDW, a sequence that underlines growing resilience after a difficult spell earlier in the campaign. The home side have become hard to beat on their own ground, recording 4 wins, 8 draws and 6 defeats this season. Their biggest home victory so far is a 3-1 success, while their heaviest home loss finished 1-2. Away from home, their best result has been a 0-1 win, but they have also suffered a 3-1 defeat on their travels.
Suhul Shire arrive with an inconsistent pattern of form, recording WDDLL in their last five league fixtures. That run points to a side that began the recent sequence strongly but has since struggled to maintain momentum. On the road, Suhul Shire have been competitive for much of the season, with an away record of 5 wins, 7 draws and 6 defeats. Their biggest victory away from home this term has been by a 1-3 scoreline, while their heaviest away loss ended 3-1. At home, Suhul Shire’s biggest winning score gap has been 1-0, and their worst defeat on their own pitch finished 1-2.
Both teams come into this fixture with clear statistical profiles in both attack and defence. Sheger Ketema have failed to score in 7 league matches this season, an indicator that chance conversion has at times been a problem. That inconsistency in front of goal contrasts with phases of strong home form, where they have managed to convert territorial pressure into meaningful results, highlighted by that 3-1 home victory.
Suhul Shire’s defensive structure has generally been more reliable. They have kept clean sheets in 9 matches this campaign, underlining the importance of their back line in grinding out points, particularly away. That defensive record, coupled with their positive away tally of 5 wins, suggests Suhul Shire are capable of setting up to frustrate hosts and strike on the counter. Their 1-3 away win remains a key example of how they can exploit opponents who overcommit in attack.
Head‑to‑head patterns between the clubs this season show that Sheger Ketema are capable of taking the initiative when they find rhythm at home. Their biggest home win in the campaign, 3-1, came in conditions similar to this fixture, with the side pressing high and capitalising on defensive errors. Conversely, the 1-2 home defeat exposed vulnerabilities when opponents break quickly through midfield and isolate the full-backs.
Suhul Shire’s away numbers underline how margins are often fine in their matches. A tally of 7 away draws demonstrates a blend of defensive organisation and limited cutting edge in front of goal. Their defeats by 3-1 away and 1-2 at home point to problems when chasing games, particularly if they concede early and are forced away from their compact structure.
League context gives additional weight to this match. In a tightly packed mid‑table, a win for Sheger Ketema would strengthen their position and potentially narrow the gap to the upper half, while defeat could pull them closer to the lower reaches of the standings. For Suhul Shire, points on the road are crucial in maintaining distance from the relegation zone and in building a platform for a late‑season push. Both sides understand that, at this stage of the league campaign, a single result can shift momentum and alter their season’s trajectory.
Form trends point to Sheger Ketema as the side carrying slightly more confidence into the contest. Their LDWDW sequence features only one defeat in five, and performances have generally been more controlled at home. The 4 home wins and 8 draws illustrate an ability to stay competitive, even when not at their best. However, their record of failing to score in 7 matches is a warning sign; if they start slowly and struggle to create clear opportunities, the game could drift in Suhul Shire’s favour.
Suhul Shire’s WDDLL run shows a team whose early stability gave way to vulnerability. The two recent defeats raise questions about fatigue, squad depth, or tactical predictability. Yet their 5 away wins and 9 clean sheets overall indicate that they remain dangerous when they get their tactical plan right, especially in games where they can sit deep and transition quickly. Their 1-3 away success earlier in the season remains a template: disciplined shape, quick midfield transitions, and efficiency with limited chances.
Tactically, Sheger Ketema are likely to take the initiative at home, seeking to impose themselves early and test Suhul Shire’s defensive resolve. A high pressing line and aggressive full-backs are expected, aimed at pinning the visitors back and forcing mistakes in build‑up. The risk for Sheger Ketema lies in overcommitting forward; their worst defeats this season have come when opponents have exploited the space behind the defence, as in the 3-1 away loss.
Suhul Shire are expected to approach this as an away containment task first, building from a compact defensive block. Their record of 7 away draws suggests that they are comfortable absorbing pressure for long periods. They will likely prioritise defensive structure, breaking forward with pace when Sheger Ketema lose possession high up the pitch. The away side’s clean‑sheet record hints at confidence in their goalkeeper and central defenders to manage aerial balls and crosses into the box, which could be a key part of Sheger Ketema’s attacking plan.
Discipline and game management could prove decisive. Suhul Shire’s away statistics, with relatively balanced numbers of wins, draws and losses, show that they rarely get overwhelmed but can struggle to turn tight contests into victories. Sheger Ketema’s blend of home draws and narrow defeats points to similar fine margins. Set pieces, defensive concentration in the closing stages and substitutions could tilt the balance.
Psychologically, recent form slightly favours Sheger Ketema. Their ability to collect points in four of the last five matches will foster belief that they can turn their stadium into a difficult venue, especially against sides with uneven away form. Suhul Shire, meanwhile, must arrest the mini‑slide represented by two straight defeats and rediscover the solidity that delivered those 9 clean sheets and 5 away wins earlier in the season.
Supporters of Sheger Ketema will expect their team to show attacking intent from the outset, aware that home form is likely to define their final position in the league table. With 4 home victories already recorded, improving efficiency in front of goal could be the difference between a comfortable mid‑table finish and a late‑season battle to avoid sliding down the standings. The fact that they have gone scoreless in 7 matches this season will remain a concern until they establish a more reliable attacking pattern.
For Suhul Shire fans, the focus will be on whether the team can rediscover the defensive compactness that has underpinned their most impressive results. The 1-0 home wins and the 1-3 away success show that a narrow but controlled approach can be enough if the defence holds firm. Limiting Sheger Ketema’s early chances, slowing the tempo when necessary and making the most of counterattacking opportunities will be central to their hopes.
This fixture therefore sets up as a contrast in emphasis: Sheger Ketema seeking to build on improving home results and recent form, Suhul Shire relying on their away resilience and defensive record to grind out a result. With both teams operating within a league system where every point affects their battle for positioning, the meeting on 4 February could carry significance beyond a single afternoon.
A tight, tactical contest appears likely, with Sheger Ketema’s push for home dominance tested by Suhul Shire’s structured away approach. With the league table finely balanced, victory for either side would represent more than three points; it would signal momentum at a crucial stage of the season.
The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:
- Assists: (Sheger Ketema) — 0 assists, (Suhul Shire) — 0 assists.
- Goalkeepers saves: (Sheger Ketema) — 0, (Suhul Shire) — 0
- Tackles: None (Sheger Ketema) — None, None (Suhul Shire) — None.
- Most encounters won: (Sheger Ketema) — 0, (Suhul Shire) — 0.
- Yellow cards: None (Sheger Ketema) — None, None (Suhul Shire) — None.
- Red cards: None (Sheger Ketema) — None, None (Suhul Shire) — None.
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Team statistics:
The five previous matches played by the teams:
- Sheger Ketema — LDWDW
- Suhul Shire — WDDLL
According to home statistics this season, Sheger Ketema scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:
| Intervals | Goal Scored, % | Goals conceded, % |
| 0-15 | 14.29% | 31.25% |
| 16-30 | 21.43% | 18.75% |
| 31-45 | 14.29% | 31.25% |
| 46-60 | 21.43% | 18.75% |
| 61-75 | 21.43% | |
| 76-90 | 7.14% | |
| 91-105 |
Suhul Shire has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:
| Intervals | Goal Scored, % | Goals conceded, % |
| 0-15 | 30.77% | 7.69% |
| 16-30 | 15.38% | 38.46% |
| 31-45 | 23.08% | 7.69% |
| 46-60 | 23.08% | 7.69% |
| 61-75 | 7.69% | 38.46% |
| 76-90 | ||
| 91-105 |
Head-to-head stats:
| Teams | Games | Win | Draws | Losses | |||
| H | A | H | A | H | A | ||
| Sheger Ketema | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suhul Shire | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
Probabilities before the match:
| Sheger Ketema | Suhul Shire | |
| 59.0% | Winning the game | 59.0% |
| 50% | Attack potential | 50% |
| 80% | Potential in defense | 80% |
| 0% | Strength against each other | 0% |
| 0% | Goal Potential | 0% |
Summary: the probability of Suhul Shire winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Sheger Ketema, most likely, win (win or draw)
Goal Forecast:Sheger Ketema, is likely to score -1.5 goals, Suhul Shire is likely to score no more than -1.5.
The bookmaker odds for this match:
| Home win | Draw | Away win |
| 0 | 0 | 0 |
Save the date
The match between the teams Sheger Ketema and Suhul Shire will take place on February 04 at 10:00 (GMT) at the stadium .
