19 March 2026 at 16:00
Match Summary
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv defeated SK Poltava 2:0. The match was played in Premier League 2025. Goals were scored by P. Itodo 45′, Cauan Baptistella 53′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 69% possession while SK Poltava held 31%. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 28 shots (10 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for SK Poltava. Expected goals: Metalist 1925 Kharkiv 2.74 — SK Poltava 0.28. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv made 5 substitutions, SK Poltava made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and SK Poltava — 2 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Ari Moura
assist: I. Krupskyi
Match Statistics
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 69% possession against SK Poltava's 31%. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv registered 28 shots (10 on target) while SK Poltava managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 8–5. Fouls committed: 10–7.
Lineups
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under Mladen Bartulovic, while SK Poltava deployed a 4-4-2 under Pavlo Matviychenko.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Metalist 1925 Kharkiv is 7.02, compared to 6.53 for SK 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 V. Dubko (7.30), while SK Poltava's best-rated player is M. Minchev (7.17).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Metalist 1925 Kharkiv have contributed 6 goals and 2 assists this season, led by P. Itodo (3G). SK Poltava's starters account for 3 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by Y. Misyura (2G). 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 7.04 on average, against SK Poltava's 4-man backline averaging 6.36. 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 5 midfielders averaging 7.03, versus SK Poltava's 5 rated 6.55. 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 1 forward(s) averaging 7.08, compared to 1 for SK Poltava averaging 6.47. 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 81% for Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and 75% for SK Poltava. 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 21 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for SK Poltava. 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 23.4 (youngest: Cauan Baptistella (18), oldest: Ari Moura (29)), while SK Poltava average 25.8 (youngest: M. Minchev (22), oldest: Y. Misyura (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 17 league appearances each, versus 16 for SK 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
Coach: Mladen Bartulovic
Substitutes
Coach: Pavlo Matviychenko
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Metalist 1925 Kharkiv have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. SK Poltava show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Metalist 1925 Kharkiv vs SK Poltava Head to Head Results
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and SK Poltava have met 1 times — Metalist 1925 Kharkiv won 1, SK Poltava won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (2 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. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
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