Match Summary
Veres Rivne defeated Metalist 1925 Kharkiv 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2023. Goals were scored by V. Dakhnovskyi 33′, M. Haiduchyk 62′, V. Yurchenko 74′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 56% possession while Veres Rivne held 44%. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 21 shots (5 on target) compared to 18 (6 on target) for Veres Rivne. Expected goals: Metalist 1925 Kharkiv 2.73 — Veres Rivne 1.83. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv made 5 substitutions, Veres Rivne made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and Veres Rivne — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Y. Morozko
assist: A. Kukharuk
Penalty
Match Statistics
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 56% possession against Veres Rivne's 44%. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv registered 21 shots (5 on target) while Veres Rivne managed 18 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 9–3. Fouls committed: 12–14.
Lineups
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under V. Skrypnyk, while Veres Rivne deployed a 4-2-3-1 under O. Shandruk.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Metalist 1925 Kharkiv is 6.70, compared to 6.75 for Veres Rivne. 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 Veres Rivne's best-rated player is S. Vovchenko (6.98).
Defensive Solidity
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv deploy 4 defenders rated 6.80 on average, against Veres Rivne's 4-man backline averaging 6.87. 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 6.60, versus Veres Rivne's 5 rated 6.50. 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 1 for Veres Rivne 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.
Discipline
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Veres Rivne. 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 25.5 (youngest: D. Kapinus (22), oldest: Ari Moura (29)), while Veres Rivne average 27.0 (youngest: M. Smiian (23), oldest: V. Kucherov (32)). 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 12 for Veres Rivne. 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. Veres Rivne show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and Veres Rivne have met 1 times — Metalist 1925 Kharkiv won 0, Veres Rivne 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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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
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