Shakhtar Donetsk vs LNZ Cherkasy Prediction 5 October 2025
🔈 The upcoming clash between Shakhtar and LNZ promises to be an intriguing affair, given the current form of both sides. Shakhtar sit at the top of the league standings, showcasing impressive consistency in their recent performances. Their defense appears nearly impenetrable, as evidenced by their latest results. On the other hand, LNZ are fighting for a spot in the upper part of the table and are striving to improve their away game record. While the visitors' odds might be slim, their recent victories indicate they are capable of springing a surprise.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 11 April 2025 and ended with a score of 1-4. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (with LNZ Lebedyn as the home side):
- possession percentage: 38% vs 62%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 5;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 0;
- shots on target: 1 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Shakhtar Donetsk and LNZ Cherkasy:
- played 4 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 4, for the away team - 0, draws - 0;
- number of goals - 15 against 2;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.75, in the 2nd half - 2.5;
- average total goals in the match - 4.25.
Head-to-head statistics Shakhtar Donetsk - LNZ Cherkasy

Shakhtar Donetsk Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Conference League, with Aberdeen hosting Shakhtar. The game concluded with a 2-3 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Shakhtar vs Aberdeen):
- possession: 72% vs 28%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 4;
- fouls: 9 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 4;
- shots on target: 4 vs 5.
Shakhtar are confidently leading the league, thanks to their impeccable form: 5 wins and 2 draws in their last 7 matches. Their defense particularly stands out, as they have kept a clean sheet at home for four consecutive games. Offensively, they remain consistently productive, averaging 2 goals per match. The upcoming clash with LNZ seems like a perfect opportunity for the Miners to solidify their position.
Match Results: Shakhtar Donetsk

LNZ Cherkasy Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the Premier League, with LNZ Lebedyn as the home team and Kryvbas as the visitors. The match ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the game stats (LNZ Lebedyn vs Kryvbas):
- possession: 49% vs 51%;
- corners: 8 vs 4;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 1.
The Swans continue to surprise their fans with a diverse range of results: their last five games have seen them secure two wins, one draw, and suffer two losses. However, their weak spot lies in their attack, which rarely averages more than one goal per game (0.71). Despite this, they defend well, making them a formidable opponent even for the league's top teams.
Match Results: LNZ Cherkasy
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 4;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 2; for visitors away - 0; number of draws - 0;
- Average first-half total: 1.75;
- Today's home team scores on average 1.75, while the visitors net 0.
First-Half Stats: Shakhtar Donetsk (home) vs LNZ Cherkasy (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 2 vs 3;
- wins: 1 (50%) vs 1 (33.33%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- draws: 1 (50%) vs 2 (66.67%);
- Average goals scored: 1 vs 1;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 0.33.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 5 vs 4;
- losses: 1 vs 1;
- draws: 4 vs 5;
- Average first-half total: 1 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.2) vs 0.7 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.2).
- LNZ Cherkasy have drawn in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 away games.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 4;
- home team wins - 4, away team wins - 0, draws - 0.
Statistics: Shakhtar Donetsk vs LNZ Cherkasy
- matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- wins: 5 vs 3;
- win percentage: 71% vs 43%;
- losses: 0 vs 2;
- draws: 2 vs 2.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 7 vs 5;
- losses: 1 vs 2;
- draws: 2 vs 3.
- LNZ Cherkasy won with a +1.5 handicap in 11 of last 12 away games.
- LNZ Cherkasy won with a +1.5 handicap in 9 of last 10 away games (Premier League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 3.75, the guests - 0.5;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 4.25;
- both teams scored: overall - 2; at the home team's field - 1.
Statistics: Shakhtar Donetsk vs LNZ Cherkasy
- average total in the tournament: 2.57 vs 1.57;
- average total goals scored: 2 vs 0.71;
- average total in the 1st half: 1.14 vs 0.57;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.86 vs 0.14;
- Shakhtar Donetsk: average total at home in the tournament - 1.5;
- LNZ Cherkasy: average total away in the tournament - 1;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.7 (home - 1) vs 0.9 (away - 1.17).
- Shakhtar Donetsk have scored under 2.5 goals in 6 of last 7 home games.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 2.5 (1.25 for home team and 1.25 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2.5 (2 for home team and 0.5 for away team).
Shakhtar Donetsk: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.29; at home - 0.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.8; at home - 1.25.
LNZ Cherkasy: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.29, away - 2.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.8; away - 3.33.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 4;
- both teams scored all-time - 2 times;
- on the home team’s field - 1 times.
Statistics: Shakhtar Donetsk vs LNZ Cherkasy
- number of matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 2 vs 1;
- number of BTTS matches for Shakhtar Donetsk at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for LNZ Cherkasy away - 1 (33%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 2;
- BTTS matches for Shakhtar Donetsk at home - 1 (25%);
- BTTS matches for LNZ Cherkasy away - 2 (33%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
In the upcoming match, expect the home team to apply significant pressure, focusing on a solid defense and ball control in midfield. Considering the trend of low-scoring games both for Shakhtar at home and the visitors from Lebedyn on the road, it's likely that the match will feature a minimal number of goals. Our editorial team believes that betting on under 2.5 total goals appears to be a well-founded choice.