Kryvbas vs Metalist Prediction 9 August 2025
🔈 In the second round of the Ukrainian Championship, Kryvbas are set to host Metalist at their home ground. Both teams failed to kick off the season with a victory. While Metalist dropped points against Obolon (0-0) at their home stadium, Kryvbas suffered a defeat to Kolos (1-2) on the road. The main intrigue lies in whether Kryvbas can capitalize on their potential and leverage the support of their home crowd. A tense battle for crucial points at the start of the season is anticipated.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between these teams took place on 28 April 2024, ending with a score of 3:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (home team - Kryvbas Kriviy Rih):
- yellow cards: 0 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Kryvbas Kriviy Rih and Metalist 1925:
- played 4 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 3, for the away team - 1, draws - 0;
- number of goals - 8 against 3;
- average total in the 1st half - 2, in the 2nd half - 0.75;
- average total goals in the match - 2.75.
Head-to-head statistics Kryvbas - Metalist

Kryvbas Kriviy Rih Team Overview
The last official match took place on in the Premier League, featuring Kolos as the home team and Kryvbas as the visitors. The game ended with a 2-1 scoreline.
Here's the match statistics (Kryvbas vs Kolos):
- possession: 47% vs 53%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 3;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 1 vs 2.
Kryvbas, who finished only 5th last season, are undoubtedly eager to redeem themselves and secure a spot in European competitions next season. The team is known for their organized defense but suffers from a lack of creativity in attack. The "Red and Whites" often rely on counterattacks and set-pieces to create scoring opportunities against opponents. Kryvbas's heavy defeat in their last head-to-head with Metalist adds extra motivation for the team to deliver a better performance in front of their fans.
Match Results: Kryvbas Kriviy Rih

Metalist 1925 Team Overview
The visitors last took to the pitch on in a Premier League fixture where Metalist hosted Obolon. The match ended in a goalless draw, 0-0.
Here's a breakdown of the game stats (Metalist vs Obolon):
- possession: 66% vs 34%;
- corners: 5 vs 1;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 1 vs 4.
Metalist appeared quite sluggish in their opening round clash against Obolon, which ended in a 0-0 draw. The team is renowned for their balanced style of play, excelling both in defense and in transitions from defense to attack, allowing them to remain unbeaten in four consecutive official matches. It's also undeniable that the visitors boast a strong roster this season, which will certainly aid them over the course of the campaign.
Match Results: Metalist 1925
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 4;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 1; for visitors away - 1; number of draws - 0;
- Average first-half total: 2;
- Today's home team scores on average 1.25, while the visitors net 0.75.
First-Half Stats: Kryvbas Kriviy Rih (home) vs Metalist 1925 (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 0 vs 0;
- wins: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- draws: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- Average goals scored: 0 vs 0;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 3 vs 4;
- losses: 4 vs 2;
- draws: 3 vs 4;
- Average first-half total: 0.7 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 0.4) vs 1.3 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.5).
- Metalist 1925 conceded in the 1st half in 11 of last 12 games (Premier League).
- Metalist 1925 conceded in the 1st half in last 7 away games (Premier League).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 4;
- home team wins - 3, away team wins - 1, draws - 0.
Statistics: Kryvbas Kriviy Rih vs Metalist 1925
- matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- wins: 0 vs 0;
- win percentage: 0% vs 0%;
- losses: 1 vs 0;
- draws: 0 vs 1.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 5;
- losses: 4 vs 2;
- draws: 3 vs 3.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- the home team scores on average - 2, the guests - 0.75;
- average over/under goals in head-to-head matches - 2.75;
- both teams scored: overall - 1; at the home team's field - 0.
- Kryvbas Kriviy Rih have scored under 1.5 goals in 6 of last 7 games (Premier League).
Prediction on corners
Kryvbas Kriviy Rih: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6; at home field - 0;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.3; at home field - 4.17.
Metalist 1925: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5, away - 0;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.4; away - 0.75.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 2 (1 for home team and 1 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2.5 (0.5 for home team and 2 for away team).
Kryvbas Kriviy Rih: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4; at home - 0;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.1; at home - 1.67.
Metalist 1925: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1, away - 0;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.9; away - 1.5.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 4;
- both teams scored all-time - 1 times;
- on the home team’s field - 0 times.
Statistics: Kryvbas Kriviy Rih vs Metalist 1925
- number of matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 1 vs 0;
- number of BTTS matches for Kryvbas Kriviy Rih at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Metalist 1925 away - 0 (0%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 3 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Kryvbas Kriviy Rih at home - 1 (17%);
- BTTS matches for Metalist 1925 away - 3 (75%).
⭐ Editor's Prediction
Given the current form of both teams and their head-to-head statistics, we can anticipate a match with a focus on caution and defensive play, particularly from Kryvbas. Notably, the club from Kryvyi Rih has scored no more than one goal in 6 of their last 7 matches. The start of the season necessitates that teams play more cautiously at the back and avoid unnecessary point losses. Our pick is under 2.5 goals.