Match Summary
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv defeated Vorskla Poltava 3:2. The match was played in Premier League 2023. Goals were scored by M. Bezuhlyi 26′, I. Kane 32′, A. Habelok 39′, D. Yusov 80′ (pen.), R. Stepaniuk 90′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 49% possession while Vorskla Poltava held 51%. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 16 shots (9 on target) compared to 17 (4 on target) for Vorskla Poltava. Expected goals: Metalist 1925 Kharkiv 1.73 — Vorskla Poltava 1.92. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv made 5 substitutions, Vorskla Poltava made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and Vorskla Poltava — 5 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Habelok
assist: R. Stepaniuk
Penalty
Penalty
Match Statistics
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 49% possession against Vorskla Poltava's 51%. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv registered 16 shots (9 on target) while Vorskla Poltava managed 17 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–3. Fouls committed: 14–17.
Lineups
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv lined up in a 4-1-3-2 formation under V. Skrypnyk, while Vorskla Poltava deployed a 3-4-3 under S. Dolhanskyi.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Metalist 1925 Kharkiv is 6.80, compared to — for Vorskla Poltava. 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. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv's highest-rated starter is D. Kapinus (6.80), while Vorskla Poltava's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv deploy 4 defenders rated 6.80 on average, against Vorskla Poltava's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Vorskla Poltava's 4 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.
Forward Threat
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Vorskla Poltava averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Metalist 1925 Kharkiv's starting XI is 22.0 (youngest: D. Kapinus (22), oldest: D. Kapinus (22)), while Vorskla Poltava 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
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv's starters average 5 league appearances each, versus 0 for Vorskla Poltava. 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Metalist 1925 Kharkiv have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. Vorskla Poltava show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv
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