Zorya vs Polissya Prediction 18 May 2026
🔊 Zorya come into this fixture riding a run of three wins in their last five outings, yet they remain only eighth in the Ukrainian Premier League standings. Polissya Zhytomyr are firmly in the title race, holding on to third place after picking up six wins from their last ten matches. Both sides have shown decent attacking form, but the visitors boast a much more solid defensive record.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 30 November 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 2:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Polissya Zhytomyr):
- ball possession percentage: 46% vs 54%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 2;
- fouls: 1 vs 0;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 2 vs 0.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Zorya Lugansk and Polissya Zhytomyr:
- played 5 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 0, for the away team - 3, draws - 2;
- number of goals - 2 against 6;
- average total in the 1st half - 0.8, in the 2nd half - 0.8;
- average total goals in the match - 1.6.
Head-to-head statistics Zorya - Polissya
Zorya Lugansk Team Overview
The team's most recent official fixture took place on in the Premier League, as Oleksandriya played host to Zorya. The visitors came away with a 2-1 victory.
Here’s a breakdown of the key match stats (Zorya vs Oleksandriya):
- Possession: 55% vs 45%;
- Corners: 7 vs 5;
- Fouls: 13 vs 15;
- Yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- Shots on target: 5 vs 2.
Zorya have displayed solid form lately, recording three wins, a draw, and just one defeat in their last five outings-a clear sign of consistency. Over their previous ten matches, the team have averaged 1.8 goals per game, surpassing their season mark of 1.43. Defensively, however, there are still issues to address: they concede an average of 1.25 goals per match this season and 1.2 over the last ten games. This leaves them vulnerable, especially when facing stronger opposition.
Match Results: Zorya Lugansk
Polissya Zhytomyr Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Premier League, with Epicentr as the home side and Polissya Zhytomyr as the visitors. The game ended in a 3-2 victory.
Here are the key match stats (Polissya Zhytomyr vs Epicentr):
- Possession: 56% vs 44%;
- Corners: 8 vs 3;
- Fouls: 0 vs 2;
- Yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- Shots on target: 10 vs 7.
Polesye have looked far more assured both in terms of league results and defensive stats, conceding just 0.75 goals per game on average. Over their last five outings, they have picked up three wins and suffered two defeats, while a ten-match stretch highlights six victories and impressive defensive reliability-only 0.9 goals conceded per match. Going forward, the team have also been effective, averaging 1.75 goals scored per game this season, which keeps them firmly in the hunt for European qualification with two matchdays remaining in the campaign.
Match Results: Polissya Zhytomyr
Match Outcome Prediction
Head-to-head:
- Matches played - 5;
- Home wins - 0, Away wins - 3, Draws - 2.
Stats: Zorya vs Polissya Zhytomyr
- Games in the tournament: 28 vs 28;
- Wins: 11 vs 17;
- Win percentage: 39% vs 61%;
- Losses: 8 vs 7;
- Draws: 9 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- Wins: 5 vs 6;
- Losses: 2 vs 3;
- Draws: 3 vs 1.
- Zorya have covered a +1.5 handicap at home in 17 of their last 18 Premier League fixtures.
- Zorya have covered a +1.5 handicap in 9 of their last 10 Premier League matches overall.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-head:
- Matches played - 5;
- Both teams have scored in total - 2 times;
- On the home side’s ground - 0 times.
Stats: Zorya vs Polissya Zhytomyr
- Games played in the tournament: 28 vs 28;
- Matches this season with both teams scoring (BTTS): 17 vs 9;
- Zorya: BTTS at home - 7 (50%);
- Polissya Zhytomyr: BTTS away - 4 (31%).
Last 10 matches:
- BTTS games: 7 vs 5;
- Zorya: BTTS at home - 2 (40%);
- Polissya Zhytomyr: BTTS away - 1 (20%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The fact that Zorya have scored in 12 consecutive home matches stands out as a key factor in our prediction for this fixture. Even when facing Polissya’s solid backline, the hosts consistently find ways to convert their chances at home, regardless of the visitors’ quality or their current objectives in the league. Given Zorya’s attacking reliability throughout the season and Polissya’s tendency to slip up defensively against the league’s top sides, our main prediction is that Zorya will score.
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