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Metalist 1925 Kharkiv vs Karpaty

Tsentralnyi Stadion, Zhytomyr12 May 2026 at 16:00

Match Events

Metalist 1925 Kharkiv
Karpaty
Kick Off
J. N. Arevalo ChaparroV. Churko
17′
B. Zabergja

assist: S. Castillo

41′
Half Time
52′
A. Chachua

assist: V. Rubchynskyi

60′
A. Chachua

Penalty

P. Itodo

assist: S. Castillo

65′
71′
Y. KarabinEriki
71′
Edson FernandoA. Buleza
E. RashicaAri Moura
75′
B. ZabergjaD. Antyukh
75′
80′
V. RubchynskyiA. Shakh
80′
X. AlkainI. Kvasnytsya
I. Kogut
87′
S. CastilloC. Mba
87′
90′
Y. KostenkoD. Miroshnichenko
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal2
6Shots off Goal4
16Total Shots8
3Blocked Shots2
9Shots insidebox5
7Shots outsidebox3
9Fouls14
7Corner Kicks5
1Offsides0
52%Ball Possession48%
5Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves5
358Total passes369
282Passes accurate294
79%Passes %80%
1.23expected_goals1.65
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Metalist 1925 Kharkiv is 6.95, compared to 6.91 for Karpaty. 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 I. Kaliuzhnyi (7.14), while Karpaty's best-rated player is N. Domchak (7.33).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Metalist 1925 Kharkiv have contributed 6 goals and 3 assists this season, led by P. Itodo (4G). Karpaty's starters account for 7 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by Y. Kostenko (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 7.01 on average, against Karpaty's 4-man backline averaging 6.90. 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 6.91, versus Karpaty's 5 rated 6.90. 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 7.03, compared to 1 for Karpaty averaging 6.58. 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 79% for Karpaty. 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 28 yellow cards this season, compared to 22 for Karpaty. 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 23.6 (youngest: S. Castillo (20), oldest: A. Shabanov (33)), while Karpaty average 25.0 (youngest: N. Domchak (18), oldest: A. Chachua (31)). 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 22 league appearances each, versus 16 for Karpaty. 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.

Metalist 1925 Kharkiv4-1-4-14-2-3-1Karpaty
GKDEFMIDFWD
30Varakuta13Salyuk18Pavlyuk31Shabanov27Krupskyi5Kaliuzh.26Zabergja8Castillo16Chaparro19Rashica98Itodo1Domchak77Sych4Baboglo55Stetskov73Lyakh8Chachua35Fernando70Alkain15Rubchyn.26Kostenko19Karabin

Substitutes

Coach: Mladen Bartulovic

Substitutes

Coach: Fran Fernandez

Metalist 1925 KharkivPosition StrengthKarpaty
6.95
Avg Rating
6.91
6.89Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.33
0G 0A0G 0A
7.01Defender (4 v 4)6.90
0G 1A1G 2A
6.91Midfielder (5 v 5)6.90
2G 2A6G 2A
7.03Forward (1 v 1)6.58
4G 0A0G 1A
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv4-1-4-1
30GoalkeeperD. Varakuta6.9
13DefenderV. Salyuk7.0
18DefenderY. Pavlyuk7.1
31DefenderA. Shabanov6.9
27DefenderI. Krupskyi7.01A
5MidfielderI. Kaliuzhnyi7.11A
26MidfielderB. Zabergja7.01G1A
8MidfielderS. Castillo6.7
16MidfielderJ. N. Arevalo Chaparro7.1
19MidfielderE. Rashica6.61G
98ForwardP. Itodo7.04G
Karpaty4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperN. Domchak7.3
77DefenderO. Sych6.9
4DefenderV. Baboglo7.21G2A
55DefenderT. Stetskov6.5
73DefenderR. Lyakh7.0
8MidfielderA. Chachua7.01G2A
35MidfielderEdson Fernando7.0
70MidfielderX. Alkain6.92G
15MidfielderV. Rubchynskyi6.7
26MidfielderY. Kostenko6.93G
19ForwardY. Karabin6.61A

Match Summary

Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and Karpaty drew 2:2. The match was played in Premier League 2025. Goals were scored by B. Zabergja 41′, A. Chachua 52′, A. Chachua 60′ (pen.), P. Itodo 65′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 52% possession while Karpaty held 48%. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv had 16 shots (7 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for Karpaty. Expected goals: Metalist 1925 Kharkiv 1.23 — Karpaty 1.65. Metalist 1925 Kharkiv made 5 substitutions, Karpaty made 5.

Rivalry since 2024

Metalist 1925 Kharkiv vs Karpaty Head to Head Results

2 stretnutí
Metalist 1925 Kharkiv
2
wins
Drawn
0
Karpaty
0
wins
Total goals
4 · 2.0/match
Both scored
1/2 · 50%
Over 2.5
1/2 · 50%

Recent Form

Metalist 1925 Kharkiv

DDLDDW

Karpaty

DLDWDW

Match Prediction

Metalist 1925 Kharkiv

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Karpaty

10%

Away win

Model advice

Combo Double chance : Metalist 1925 Kharkiv or draw and -3.5 goals

50%Form50%
58%Attack42%
25%Defence75%
100%Head-to-head0%

Bookmaker Odds

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Best price

Metalist 1925 Kharkiv

2.28

1xBet

Draw

3.36

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Karpaty

3.26

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 17 May 2026