Match Summary
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and Polessya drew 3:3. The match was played in Premier League 2023. Goals were scored by D. Harmash 2′, E. Mustafaev 10′, D. Ndukwe 21′, L. Hernández 30′, Ari Moura 90′, Ari Moura 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 55% possession while Polessya held 45%. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 17 shots (6 on target) compared to 25 (11 on target) for Polessya. Expected goals: Metalist 1925 Kharkiv 1.63 — Polessya 3.60. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv made 5 substitutions, Polessya made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and Polessya — 6 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Ari Moura
assist: Talles Costa
assist: S. Chobotenko
assist: O. Sydorov
assist: B. Vachiberadze
Match Statistics
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 55% possession against Polessya's 45%. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv registered 17 shots (6 on target) while Polessya managed 25 (11 on target). Corner kicks: 7–8. Fouls committed: 9–8.
Lineups
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under V. Skrypnyk, while Polessya deployed a 3-5-2 under S. Shyshchenko.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Metalist 1925 Kharkiv is 6.60, compared to 7.03 for Polessya. 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 Ari Moura (6.60), while Polessya's best-rated player is O. Kudryk (7.20).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Metalist 1925 Kharkiv have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Polessya's starters account for 3 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by O. Nazarenko (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Polessya's 3-man backline averaging 7.15. 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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Polessya's 5 rated 6.93. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.60, compared to 2 for Polessya 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and 51% for Polessya. 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
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Polessya. 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 Metalist 1925 Kharkiv's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: Ari Moura (29), oldest: Ari Moura (29)), while Polessya average 26.6 (youngest: Talles Costa (23), oldest: O. Kudryk (29)). 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 6 league appearances each, versus 13 for Polessya. 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Metalist 1925 Kharkiv have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. Polessya show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and Polessya have met 1 times — Metalist 1925 Kharkiv won 0, Polessya won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 0 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.00 per match (0 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals.
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