2 May 2015 at 14:00
Match Summary
Zorya Luhansk defeated Metalurh Donetsk 4:2. The match was played in Premier League 2014. Goals were scored by P. Budkivskiy 6′, O. Karavaev 36′, M. Bily 47′, Júnior Moraes 54′ (pen.), A. Totovytsky 68′, D. Lazic 77′. Zorya Luhansk made 3 substitutions, Metalurh Donetsk made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Zorya Luhansk and Metalurh Donetsk — 6 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Totovytsky
assist: A. Totovytsky
assist: O. Karavaev
Penalty
assist: Z. Ljubenovic
assist: M. Morozyuk
Lineups
Zorya Luhansk lined up in a — formation, while Metalurh Donetsk deployed a —.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Zorya Luhansk is 7.06, compared to — for Metalurh Donetsk. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Zorya Luhansk's highest-rated starter is P. Budkivskiy (7.06), while Metalurh Donetsk's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Zorya Luhansk have contributed 3 goals and 0 assists this season, led by P. Budkivskiy (3G). Metalurh Donetsk's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Zorya Luhansk field 11 midfielders averaging 7.06, versus Metalurh Donetsk's 11 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 76% for Zorya Luhansk and —% for Metalurh Donetsk. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Zorya Luhansk's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Metalurh Donetsk. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Zorya Luhansk's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: P. Budkivskiy (33), oldest: P. Budkivskiy (33)), while Metalurh Donetsk average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Zorya Luhansk's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 0 for Metalurh Donetsk. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Zorya Luhansk have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Metalurh Donetsk show 0 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses from their last 0 outings.
Zorya Luhansk
Metalurh Donetsk
—
Zorya Luhansk vs Metalurh Donetsk Head to Head Results
Zorya Luhansk and Metalurh Donetsk have met 7 times — Zorya Luhansk won 2, Metalurh Donetsk won 4, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Metalurh Donetsk leads the head-to-head with 4 victories from 7 meetings. A combined 16 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.29 per match (4 for the home side, 12 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (29%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (57%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Metalurh Donetsk are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–4 in 2014.
2
Zorya Luhansk
1
Drawn
4
Metalurh Donetsk
Recent Meetings (7)
API data: 31 Mar 2026