Zorya vs FC Kharkiv Prediction 31 August 2026

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    🔊 At the beginning of the season, Zorya presents a consistent football and has already signed at the top of the table, finishing just three points behind the Champions League zone. Kharkiv, in turn, is still looking for consistency: the team has won just one victory in the last five games, and the recent defeats take time for half of the classification. Both times maintain the motivation to score points and fight for outstanding positions, but, considering the moment and the quality of the performances, the hosts emerge as favorites in this phase of the championship.

    Head-to-Head

    📊 Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Zorya Lugansk and FC Kharkiv:

    • played 7 matches;
    • number of wins for the home team - 5, for the away team - 1, draws - 1;
    • number of goals - 19 against 6;
    • average total in the 1st half - 2, in the 2nd half - 1.57;
    • average total goals in the match - 3.57.

    Head-to-head statistics Zorya - FC Kharkiv

    63%
    5 Wins
    13%
    1 Draw
    25%
    2 Wins
    Total games
    8
    Total Goals Avg
    3.5
    Both teams scored
    63%
    2.38
    Total average
    1.13
    2.5
    Yellow cards
    1.38
    Last matches
    31.08.26
    Premier League
    Zorya Lugansk
    Zorya Lugansk
    FC Kharkiv
    FC Kharkiv
    -
    -
    4
    5
    0
    2
    1
    1
    0
    3
    0
    1
    0
    2
    -
    -
    4
    5
    0
    2
    1
    1
    09.05.26
    Premier League
    Zorya Lugansk
    Zorya Lugansk
    Metalist 1925
    Metalist 1925
    -
    -
    10
    6
    -
    -
    5
    1
    1
    1
    0
    1
    1
    0
    -
    -
    10
    6
    -
    -
    5
    1
    08.11.25
    Premier League
    Metalist 1925
    Metalist 1925
    Zorya Lugansk
    Zorya Lugansk
    -
    -
    5
    8
    7
    11
    2
    2
    1
    3
    1
    2
    0
    1
    -
    -
    5
    8
    7
    11
    2
    2
    31.03.24
    Premier League
    Zorya Lugansk
    Zorya Lugansk
    Metalist 1925
    Metalist 1925
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    2
    1
    2
    1
    1
    0
    1
    1
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    2
    1
    15.09.23
    Premier League
    Metalist 1925
    Metalist 1925
    Zorya Lugansk
    Zorya Lugansk
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    3
    4
    2
    1
    2
    1
    0
    0
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    3
    4
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    Zorya Lugansk Team Overview

    In their last five matches, Shakhtar have won four and lost once, with the two most recent games both ending in victory. They have averaged 2 goals per game over that run while keeping things fairly tight at the back, conceding an average of 0.8. In terms of league position, Shakhtar remain one of the contenders for the upper part of the table, currently sitting three points off the Champions League places. Wait - the source refers to Зоря (Zorya), not Shakhtar. Let me correct that. In their last five matches, Zorya have won four and lost once, with the two most recent games both ending in victory. They have averaged 2 goals per game over that run while keeping things fairly tight at the back, conceding an average of 0.8. In terms of their league ambitions, Zorya remain one of the contenders for the upper part of the table, currently three points off the Champions League places. 

    Match Results: Zorya Lugansk

    Last matches
    31.08.26
    Premier League
    Zorya Lugansk
    Zorya Lugansk
    FC Kharkiv
    FC Kharkiv
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    -
    4
    5
    0
    2
    1
    1
    0
    3
    0
    1
    0
    2
    -
    -
    4
    5
    0
    2
    1
    1
    L
    22.08.26
    Ukraine Cup
    Skala Stryi
    Skala Stryi
    Zorya Lugansk
    Zorya Lugansk
    0
    6
    0
    1
    0
    5
    W
    17.08.26
    Premier League
    Polissya Zhytomyr
    Polissya Zhytomyr
    Zorya Lugansk
    Zorya Lugansk
    -
    -
    7
    4
    9
    4
    1
    1
    1
    2
    1
    0
    0
    2
    -
    -
    7
    4
    9
    4
    1
    1
    W
    09.08.26
    Premier League
    Zorya Lugansk
    Zorya Lugansk
    Kryvbas Kriviy Rih
    Kryvbas Kriviy Rih
    -
    -
    5
    4
    5
    10
    0
    2
    1
    3
    1
    0
    0
    3
    -
    -
    5
    4
    5
    10
    0
    2
    L
    31.07.26
    Premier League
    Zorya Lugansk
    Zorya Lugansk
    Kolos
    Kolos
    1
    -
    -
    3
    1
    3
    2
    3
    0
    2
    0
    0
    0
    2
    0
    -
    -
    3
    1
    3
    2
    3
    0
    W
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    FC Kharkiv Team Overview

    Kharkiv have made a less convincing start. In their last five matches they have managed one win and suffered two consecutive defeats before their most recent positive result. Their scoring output has also been below expectations: the team averages 1.7 goals per ten-match cycle, but that figure has dropped to under one goal per game in recent matches.

    Match Results: FC Kharkiv

    Last matches
    31.08.26
    Premier League
    Zorya Lugansk
    Zorya Lugansk
    FC Kharkiv
    FC Kharkiv
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    -
    4
    5
    0
    2
    1
    1
    0
    3
    0
    1
    0
    2
    -
    -
    4
    5
    0
    2
    1
    1
    W
    22.08.26
    Ukraine Cup
    Kalynivka
    Kalynivka
    FC Kharkiv
    FC Kharkiv
    0
    9
    0
    1
    0
    8
    W
    16.08.26
    Premier League
    FC Kharkiv
    FC Kharkiv
    Shakhtar Donetsk
    Shakhtar Donetsk
    -
    -
    6
    3
    7
    3
    1
    1
    0
    1
    0
    1
    0
    0
    -
    -
    6
    3
    7
    3
    1
    1
    L
    10.08.26
    Premier League
    Polissya Zhytomyr
    Polissya Zhytomyr
    FC Kharkiv
    FC Kharkiv
    -
    -
    2
    3
    14
    11
    3
    1
    3
    1
    1
    0
    2
    1
    -
    -
    2
    3
    14
    11
    3
    1
    L
    02.08.26
    Club Friendly Games
    Levy Bereg Kiev
    Levy Bereg Kiev
    FC Kharkiv
    FC Kharkiv
    2
    1
    0
    0
    2
    1
    L
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    Match Result Prediction

    Zarya have gone unbeaten in 9 of their last 10 matches, which points to solid recent form. Kharkiv, meanwhile, have won just one away match all season, have lost 1 of their 2 away games, and are conceding an average of 3 goals per away match. Against that backdrop, a bet on Zarya not to lose looks justified.

    Risky Bet

    Given that Zarya have gone unbeaten in 9 of their last 10 matches and have lost just one home game all season, a bet on the hosts with Handicap (0) makes sense. Kharkiv, meanwhile, have won only once away from home this season and concede an average of 3 goals per away match, which reduces their chances of winning on the road. Despite certain risks, this option may be justified if you want to go for something bolder.

    Reliable Bet

    Kharkiv have scored in 7 of their last 8 away matches, which reflects consistent attacking output on the road. Their last 10 away games also show an average of 2.6 goals scored per match, which adds confidence that Kharkiv can find the net at least once. That makes Kharkiv to Score: Yes a reliable selection.

    Correct Score Prediction

    According to the algorithm's calculations, the three most likely scorelines are 1-1 (12.18%), 0-1 (9.48%) and 1-2 (8.76%). The most probable of the three is the draw at 1-1. The probabilities of the other two outcomes are fairly close to each other, which points to a potentially competitive match.

    ⭐ Editorial Prediction

    Zorya's strong form is backed by an unbeaten run and a high average for goals scored, especially compared to the visitors, who have been inconsistent both in picking up points and in converting chances. Both sides are motivated to stay among the league's leading teams, but the difference in quality of play is noticeable right now: Zorya have been more assured both in attack and at the back. The main prediction is Zorya not to lose.
    Zorya Lugansk will not lose
    Published: 29/08/2026, 07:17
    Vitaly Belokhvostov
    Vitaly Belokhvostov
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    Betting Tips: Zorya Lugansk - FC Kharkiv

    Zorya Lugansk have not lost:
    fc-zorya-luganskin 9 of last 10 games.
    fc-zorya-luganskin 8 of last 9 games (Premier League).
    Zorya Lugansk will not lose
    Everygame
    -164
    FC Kharkiv have not lost:
    fc-metalist-1925--444in 15 of last 16 away games.
    fc-metalist-1925--444in 13 of last 14 away games (Premier League).
    FC Kharkiv will not lose
    Everygame
    -263
    Zorya Lugansk have scored:
    fc-zorya-luganskfc-metalist-1925--444in last 7 games against FC Kharkiv (Premier League).
    fc-zorya-luganskin 17 of last 18 games.
    fc-zorya-luganskin 16 of last 17 games (Premier League).
    fc-zorya-luganskin 11 of last 12 home games (Premier League).
    Zorya Lugansk will score goal
    Everygame
    -278
    Over 1.5 goals scored:
    fc-zorya-luganskfc-metalist-1925--444in last 7 Zorya Lugansk games against FC Kharkiv (Premier League).
    fc-zorya-luganskin 11 of last 12 Zorya Lugansk games.
    fc-zorya-luganskin 10 of last 11 Zorya Lugansk games (Premier League).
    Total goals Over (1,5)
    Everygame
    -333
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    Zorya - FC Kharkiv Table position

    Premier League 26/27
    gWDLGDPForm
    4.
    Epitsentr
    Epitsentr
    42116-27
    5.
    FC Kharkiv
    FC Kharkiv
    42025-46
    6.
    Dynamo Kiev
    Dynamo Kiev
    32014-56
    7.
    Zorya Lugansk
    Zorya Lugansk
    42025-76
    8.
    FSC Bukovyna Chernivtsi
    FSC Bukovyna Chernivtsi
    41213-35

    Comparison of Teams Stats

    10 matches
    6 - Wins
    2 - Draws
    2 - Loses
    Wins - 4
    Draws - 3
    Loses - 3
    10 matches
    Scored - 18
    Conceded - 11
    +7
    +10
    19 - Scored
    9 - Conceded
    6
    Wins
    4
    2
    Draws
    3
    2
    Loses
    3
    Goal difference
    18
    Scored
    19
    11
    Conceded
    9
    2.9
    Match goals average
    2.8
    1.8
    Goals scored per match on average
    1.9
    1.1
    Goals conceded per match on average
    0.9
    6
    Both teams scored
    4
    50'
    Minutes / Goal scored
    47'
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