2 May 2015 at 14:00

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Full Time
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Metalurh Donetsk

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.

Zorya Luhansk
Metalurh Donetsk
Kick Off
P. Budkivskiy

assist: A. Totovytsky

6′
O. Karavaev

assist: A. Totovytsky

36′
Half Time
A. GordienkoE. Opanasenko
46′
46′
A. BaranovskyA. Postupalenko
M. Bily

assist: O. Karavaev

47′
54′
Júnior Moraes

Penalty

R. MalinovskiyI. Chaykovskiy
60′
A. Totovytsky

assist: Z. Ljubenovic

68′
Z. LjubenovicJ. Lipartia
71′
77′
D. Lazic

assist: M. Morozyuk

78′
A. PostupalenkoGabriel Araújo
84′
G. NelsonV. Fedotov
Full Time

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.

Zorya LuhanskPosition StrengthMetalurh Donetsk
7.06
Avg Rating
7.06Midfielder (11 v 11)
3G 0A0G 0A
Zorya Luhansk
30MidfielderM. Shevchenko
15MidfielderV. Vernydub
25MidfielderM. Bily
45MidfielderA. Gordienko
8MidfielderM. Malyshev
6MidfielderN. Kamenyuka
22MidfielderZ. Ljubenovic
18MidfielderR. Malinovskiy
20MidfielderO. Karavaev
29MidfielderA. Totovytsky
28MidfielderP. Budkivskiy7.13G
Metalurh Donetsk
79MidfielderY. Pankiv
4MidfielderV. Checher
44MidfielderV. Pryyma
55MidfielderE. Sobol
2MidfielderA. Baranovsky
8MidfielderG. Nelson
13MidfielderK. Makridis
9MidfielderD. Lazic
7MidfielderM. Morozyuk
18MidfielderO. Noyok
10MidfielderJúnior Moraes

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

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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

Goals: 4Goals: 12

Recent Meetings (7)

19 Oct 2014Metalurh Donetsk0 – 0Zorya Luhansk
23 Mar 2014Zorya Luhansk0 – 4Metalurh Donetsk
23 Aug 2013Metalurh Donetsk2 – 0Zorya Luhansk
24 Nov 2012Zorya Luhansk1 – 2Metalurh Donetsk
22 Jul 2012Metalurh Donetsk1 – 2Zorya Luhansk
11 Dec 2011Metalurh Donetsk3 – 0Zorya Luhansk
5 Aug 2011Zorya Luhansk1 – 0Metalurh Donetsk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 31 Mar 2026