Premier League· Season 2025
Match Summary
Zorya Luhansk defeated Oleksandria 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2025. Goals were scored by P. Budkivsky 55′ (pen.), P. Micin 75′, T. Cara 77′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Oleksandria had 39% possession while Zorya Luhansk held 61%. Oleksandria had 7 shots (4 on target) compared to 18 (9 on target) for Zorya Luhansk. Expected goals: Oleksandria 0.94 — Zorya Luhansk 2.41. Oleksandria made 4 substitutions, Zorya Luhansk made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Oleksandria and Zorya Luhansk — 3 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: P. Budkivsky
assist: D. Kremchanin
Match Statistics
Oleksandria had 39% possession against Zorya Luhansk's 61%. Oleksandria registered 7 shots (4 on target) while Zorya Luhansk managed 18 (9 on target). Corner kicks: 5–7. Fouls committed: 15–16.
Lineups
Oleksandria lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Kyrylo Nesterenko, while Zorya Luhansk deployed a 4-4-2 under Viktor Skrypnyk.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Oleksandria is 6.66, compared to 6.74 for Zorya Luhansk. 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. Oleksandria's highest-rated starter is N. Makarenko (7.05), while Zorya Luhansk's best-rated player is Jordan (7.16).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Oleksandria have contributed 2 goals and 1 assists this season, led by T. Cara (1G). Zorya Luhansk's starters account for 2 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by Jordan (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Oleksandria deploy 2 defenders rated 6.58 on average, against Zorya Luhansk'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
Oleksandria field 5 midfielders averaging 6.55, versus Zorya Luhansk's 4 rated 6.66. 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
Oleksandria start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.74, compared to 2 for Zorya Luhansk averaging 6.40. 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 77% for Oleksandria and 76% for Zorya Luhansk. 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
Oleksandria's starters have collected 22 yellow cards this season, compared to 16 for Zorya Luhansk. 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 Oleksandria's starting XI is 24.4 (youngest: N. Makarenko (18), oldest: B. Butko (34)), while Zorya Luhansk average 24.1 (youngest: F. Zadorozhnyi (18), oldest: Juninho (30)). 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
Oleksandria's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 16 for Zorya Luhansk. 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: Kyrylo Nesterenko
Substitutes
Coach: Viktor Skrypnyk
Rivalry since 2011
Oleksandria vs Zorya Luhansk Head to Head Results· 33
Oleksandria and Zorya Luhansk have met 33 times — Oleksandria won 10, Zorya Luhansk won 11, with 12 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Zorya Luhansk leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 33 meetings. A combined 69 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.09 per match (31 for the home side, 38 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 15 matches (45%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Oleksandria are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2021.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Oleksandria have recorded 1 win, 1 draw and 4 defeats. Zorya Luhansk show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: draw or Zorya Luhansk
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Oleksandria
3.57
Pinnacle
Draw
3.30
1xBet
Zorya Luhansk
2.17
1xBet
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026