Metalist vs Polissya Prediction 3 May 2026
🔊 The upcoming clash between Metalist and Polissya promises to be an intriguing encounter. Both teams sit near the top of the standings, highlighting their ambitions and desire to solidify their positions among the leaders. Metalist shows strong form at home, rarely conceding to opponents, while Polissya is renowned for their attacking prowess. The current form of both teams suggests we are in for an exciting match with plenty of goal-scoring opportunities.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 03 November 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 0:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Polissya Zhytomyr):
- ball possession percentage: 53% vs 47%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 3;
- fouls: 12 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 4;
- shots on target: 1 vs 2.
📊Analytical review of previous official games between the teams Metalist 1925 and Polissya Zhytomyr:
- played 5 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 0, for the away team - 1, draws - 4;
- number of goals (home/away) - 4 against 5;
- average total goals in the match - 1.8.
Head-to-head statistics Metalist - Polissya

Metalist 1925 Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Premier League, with LNZ Lebedyn as the hosts and Metalist as the visitors. The game concluded with a 1-1 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Metalist vs LNZ Lebedyn):
- possession: 64% vs 36%;
- corners: 7 vs 3;
- fouls: 11 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 0;
- shots on target: 2 vs 1.
Metalist are currently in excellent form, having secured three wins in their last five matches. Their home performances are particularly impressive, as they score in nearly every game, underscoring a trend of successful outings on their own turf. Sitting in fifth place also fuels their drive to climb higher in the standings.
Match Results: Metalist 1925

Polissya Zhytomyr Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the Premier League, facing Polissya Zhytomyr away. The match ended with a 3-1 victory for the hosts.
Here are the match statistics (Polissya Zhytomyr vs Obolon):
- possession: 49% vs 51%;
- corners: 4 vs 3;
- fouls: 15 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 8 vs 5.
Polesie are demonstrating impressive attacking prowess, with 15 wins out of 25 matches speaking volumes. In their last ten games, they have secured seven victories, averaging 2.1 goals per match, highlighting a formidable attacking line. Meanwhile, their defense remains solid, conceding just 0.8 goals on average over the past ten games. The team currently sit in third place in the standings and continue to battle for even higher positions.
Match Results: Polissya Zhytomyr
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Played - 5;
- Home wins - 0, Away wins - 1, Draws - 4.
Statistics: Metalist vs Polissya Zhytomyr
- Matches in tournament: 25 vs 25;
- Wins: 12 vs 15;
- Win percentage: 48% vs 60%;
- Losses: 4 vs 6;
- Draws: 9 vs 4.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 6 vs 7;
- Losses: 2 vs 2;
- Draws: 2 vs 1.
- Metalist remain unbeaten in 14 of their last 15 matches.
- Metalist have not lost in 12 of their last 13 Premier League matches.
- Metalist are unbeaten at home in their last 7 matches.
- Metalist have not lost at home in their last 6 Premier League matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches (average total):
- Home team - 0.8, Away team - 1;
- In head-to-head matches - 1.8;
- Both teams scored: overall - 2 times; at home - once.
Average Total Statistics: Metalist vs Polissya Zhytomyr
- In tournament: 1.8 vs 2.44;
- Goals scored: 1.24 vs 1.76;
- First half: 0.4 vs 1.08;
- Second half: 0.84 vs 0.68;
- Metalist at home in tournament - 1.17;
- Polissya Zhytomyr away in tournament - 2.18;
- Last 10 matches: 1.5 (home - 1.83) vs 2.1 (away - 2.2).
- Metalist have scored in 8 of their last 9 home matches.
Exact Score Prediction
Frequent Score Statistics (current season):
- Most common score in tournament: 1-0 (27/199, 13.6%);
- Metalist at home most frequently finish matches: 1-0 (4/12, 33.3%);
- Polissya Zhytomyr away often play: 0-2, 0-4, 1-0 (2/11, 18.2%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top-3 outcomes:
1-1 - 12.98% (odds 5.96)
0-1 - 12.23% (odds 5.65)
0-0 - 11.68% (odds 6.09)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current trends in total goals and the attacking potential of both teams, it's reasonable to expect at least two goals in this match. Both sides are motivated to secure a positive result, and the statistics suggest a high likelihood of an open game with plenty of chances on goal. Therefore, betting on over 1.5 total goals appears to be a well-founded prediction based on the analysis of form and previous results.