Metalist 1925 and SK Poltava face each other on Thursday 03.19.2026, at 16:00 (UK Time), in a Ukrainian Premier League 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Metalist 1925's home ground, the Oblasny SportKomplex Metalist.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Zhovto-Syni and SK Poltava, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.

APWin predictions for Metalist 1925 vs SK Poltava

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

APWin Prediction

BTTS - No

The APWin team has examined the key betting markets and identified the most valuable opportunities.

👉 Our prediction is: Both teams don't score

Defensive solidity should prove to be a major factor in this matchup. Both teams' backlines are rock solid, so scoring chances will be hard to come by.

As such, there is decent value to be had in betting 'no' on the Both Teams to Score market.

👉 Our prediction is: Metalist 1925 to win

In all honesty, there is no other result we can foresee for this match other than Metalist 1925 to win outright, which is our betting tip.

Metalist 1925's strong form this season, particularly at home, is hard to overlook, as are SK Poltava's shaky overall results and performances of late. And we expect the two sides to play true to form when they meet for their upcoming match.

Metalist 1925 preview

Metalist 1925 heads into the match with the following record in the Ukrainian Premier League: in 19 matches, Zhovto-Syni secured 8 victories, 7 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 1.63 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Zhovto-Syni's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 8 victories so far.

Metalist 1925 has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 22 goals, of which 22 were scored in the Ukrainian Premier League, resulting in an average of 1.16 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Denis Antyukh, who has found the back of the net 3 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Denis Antyukh has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 3 assists.

On the defensive side, Metalist 1925 has conceded 13 goals in the Ukrainian Premier League (an average of 0.68 per game) and 13 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 0.68 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.

SK Poltava preview

SK Poltava comes into the game with 20 matches played so far in the Ukrainian Premier League. They have secured 2 victories, 3 draws, and 15 losses, maintaining an average of 0.45 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 2 wins, 3 draws, and 15 losses.

SK Poltava's attack has been highly effective, scoring 16 goals during this period. Of that total, 16 were netted in the Ukrainian Premier League, with an average of 0.8 goals per game. The overall season average is 0.8.

SK Poltava's offensive system is led by Volodymyr Odariuk, the team's top scorer this season. The ukrainian midfielder has found the back of the net 3 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Volodymyr Odariuk. The midfielder has contributed with 2 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 51 goals with an average of 2.55 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 51 goals in 20 matches, averaging 2.55 per match.

Head to head: Metalist 1925 vs SK Poltava

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

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Metalist 1925

Ukraine - Ukrainian Premier League

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L W W D W

1.63

Home W D L L W

1.5

Away L W W D W

1.73

Away Team

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SK Poltava

Ukraine - Ukrainian Premier League

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L L L L L

0.45

Home L L L L L

0.4

Away L L W L D

0.5

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Published on 16 March 2026, at 20:00 Last updated on 16 March 2026, at 20:00
Author: Amauri Barbosa

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