Polissya vs Shakhtar Donetsk Prediction 18 October 2025
🔈 The upcoming clash between Polissya and Shakhtar promises to be an enthralling contest. Both clubs are in fine form: the home side have won four of their last five matches, while the visitors have secured four consecutive victories. Polissya exhibit an aggressive style of play, which could pose a challenge for Shakhtar's usually solid defense. Meanwhile, Shakhtar are performing confidently on the road and lead the championship, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this encounter.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 23 April 2025 and ended with a 0-1 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that match (home team - Polissya Zhytomyr):
- possession percentage: 50% vs 50%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 4;
- yellow cards: 6 vs 1;
- shots on target: 1 vs 7.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Polissya Zhytomyr and Shakhtar Donetsk:
- played 5 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 3, for the away team - 1, draws - 1;
- number of goals - 4 against 1;
- average total in the 1st half - 0.6, in the 2nd half - 0.4;
- average total goals in the match - 1.
Head-to-head statistics Polissya - Shakhtar Donetsk
Polissya Zhytomyr Team Overview
Polesie have been displaying consistent form in recent weeks. They've secured fourth place in the standings, thanks to an impressive run of four wins in their last five matches. The team boasts a decent scoring average of 1.75 goals per game, though they concede quite a few, averaging one goal against per match. The Green and Whites favor a dynamic style of play, with a focus on attacking football and rapid counter-attacks.
Match Results: Polissya Zhytomyr
Shakhtar Donetsk Team Overview
The most recent official match for the current visitors took place on in the Premier League, featuring Shakhtar as the home team and LNZ Lebedyn as the visitors. The match concluded with a 1-4 scoreline.
Here's the game statistics (Shakhtar vs LNZ Lebedyn):
- possession percentage: 73% vs 27%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 4;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 3 vs 7.
Shakhtar continue to assert their dominance in the Ukrainian Premier League, showcasing impressive form with four consecutive victories and just one loss in their last eight matches. Despite these strong results, the visitors don't always display high scoring prowess, averaging 1.88 goals per game. However, their defense stands out with its resilience, conceding only 0.9 goals on average. The Miners have also been formidable on the road, claiming victory in five of their last six away games.
Match Results: Shakhtar Donetsk
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 5;
- home team wins - 3, away team wins - 1, draws - 1.
Statistics: Polissya Zhytomyr vs Shakhtar Donetsk
- matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
- wins: 5 vs 5;
- win percentage: 63% vs 63%;
- losses: 3 vs 1;
- draws: 0 vs 2.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 7;
- losses: 6 vs 1;
- draws: 0 vs 2.
- Shakhtar Donetsk have won in 5 of last 6 away games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 0.8, the guests - 0.2;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 1;
- both teams scored: overall - 0; at the home team's field - 0.
Statistics: Polissya Zhytomyr vs Shakhtar Donetsk
- average total in the tournament: 2.75 vs 2.88;
- average total goals scored: 1.75 vs 1.88;
- average total in the 1st half: 1.13 vs 1;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.63 vs 0.88;
- Polissya Zhytomyr: average total at home in the tournament - 1.5;
- Shakhtar Donetsk: average total away in the tournament - 2.2;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.5 (home - 1.5) vs 1.8 (away - 2.17).
- Under 2.5 goals scored in last 5 Polissya Zhytomyr games against Shakhtar Donetsk.
Prediction on corners
Polissya Zhytomyr: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6; at home field - 7.75;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.6; at home field - 8.5.
Shakhtar Donetsk: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.75, away - 6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 7.3; away - 5.83.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 6.4 (3.2 for home team and 3.2 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 5 (3.67 for home team and 1.33 for away team).
Polissya Zhytomyr: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.88; at home - 0.75;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; at home - 1.25.
Shakhtar Donetsk: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.25, away - 1.6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.6; away - 2.17.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 5;
- both teams scored all-time - 0 times;
- on the home team’s field - 0 times.
Statistics: Polissya Zhytomyr vs Shakhtar Donetsk
- number of matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 2 vs 3;
- number of BTTS matches for Polissya Zhytomyr at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Shakhtar Donetsk away - 2 (40%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Polissya Zhytomyr at home - 0 (0%);
- BTTS matches for Shakhtar Donetsk away - 3 (50%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Both teams are in excellent form, showcasing impressive stats both offensively and defensively. Considering current trends and head-to-head statistics-where the total goals were under 2.5 in their last five encounters-a more defensive game with fewer goals seems likely. Our prediction is based on a total under 2.5; this bet appears to be the most likely given the circumstances surrounding this event!
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Betting Tips: Polissya Zhytomyr - Shakhtar Donetsk
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