In a closely contested match on April 29, 2026, Mekelakeya triumphed over Mebrat Hayl with a final score of 1-0 in the Ethiopian Premier League. The match, held at Mebrat Hayl's home ground, saw both teams displaying determination, but it was Mekelakeya who found the crucial breakthrough to clinch the victory. Despite Mebrat Hayl's efforts to equalize, they were unable to find the back of the net, leaving Mekelakeya to celebrate a hard-fought win.