Prediction: Polissya Zhytomyr vs Zorya Luhansk – Ukraine Premier League – 17/08/2026
Preview
Polissya Zhytomyr will host Zorya Luhansk at the Ukraine Premier League match on Sunday, 17th August 2026, at 5:00 PM BST. The home team has been in impressive form, winning four of their last five games, with a convincing 3-1 victory over Metalist 1925 Kharkiv being a standout result. They have also shown resilience, coming from behind to win 2-1 against FC København in the Europa Conference League. Polissya Zhytomyr currently sits third in the Ukraine Premier League table, with six points from two games.
Zorya Luhansk, on the other hand, has struggled to find consistency, winning just one of their last five games. However, they have shown glimpses of quality, particularly in their 2-0 victory over Kolos Kovalivka. Zorya Luhansk is sixth in the Ukraine Premier League table, with three points from two games.
Both teams will be looking to pick up all three points in this crucial encounter, with Polissya Zhytomyr aiming to continue their winning streak and Zorya Luhansk seeking to bounce back from their recent struggles.
Polissya Zhytomyr
Fulltime Result
Zorya Luhansk
home
54.7%
draw
24.3%
away
21%
Polissya Zhytomyr will host Zorya Luhansk on 17/08/2026 in the Ukraine Premier League. Our experts believe that Polissya Zhytomyr have a slight advantage in this match, given their recent form. In their last five games, Polissya Zhytomyr have shown impressive results, with four wins and one defeat. They have been particularly dominant in their last two matches, beating Metalist 1925 Kharkiv 3-1 and Chornomorets 2-1. In contrast, Zorya Luhansk have struggled in their last five games, with two wins and three defeats. They suffered a heavy defeat to Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih 1-3 and also lost to Kolos Kovalivka 2-0.
Our experts estimate that Polissya Zhytomyr have a 54.7% chance of winning, while Zorya Luhansk have a 21% chance. The probability of a draw is estimated at 24.3%. Given these statistics, our experts believe that Polissya Zhytomyr are likely to emerge victorious.
It's worth noting that Polissya Zhytomyr have been in good shape recently, with their players performing well in their last five games. In contrast, Zorya Luhansk have struggled to find consistency, with their players showing mixed form. Our experts believe that Polissya Zhytomyr's momentum and confidence will give them the edge they need to win this match.
Both teams can count on all their players, with no key players missing the game. There are no rumors about this match that our experts are aware of.
Polissya Zhytomyr
Over/Under
Zorya Luhansk
Over 1.5
yes
76.68%
no
23.32%
Over 2.5
yes
53.36%
no
46.64%
Over 3.5
yes
31.05%
no
68.95%
Over 4.5
yes
18.36%
no
81.64%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Polissya Zhytomyr and Zorya Luhansk. In the last five games, Polissya Zhytomyr scored a total of 22 goals, while Zorya Luhansk scored 17 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Polissya Zhytomyr
Polissya Zhytomyr x Zorya Luhansk Last matches
Zorya Luhansk
Polissya Zhytomyr
20%
Draw
60%
Zorya Luhansk
20%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 1.4
Both teams score 40
Goals scored(time 1) 0.8
Goals scored(time 2) 0.6
Over 2,5 0
Under 2.5 100
Polissya Zhytomyr
Total results
Zorya Luhansk
7 matches
2
wins
/
3
draws
/
2
wins
2
wins
(29%)
3
draws
(43%)
2
wins
(29%)
Recent form
Polissya Zhytomyr
Wins
2/6 (33.33%)
Draws
1/6 (16.67%)
Losses
3/6 (50%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.67
Both score 83.33%
Goals scored 1.67
Goals conceded 2
Over 2,5 83.33
Less 2,5 16.67
Club Friendlies 3 - 14/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 14/07/2026
Europa Conference League - 23/07/2026
Europa Conference League - 29/07/2026
Premier League - 02/08/2026
Premier League - 10/08/2026
Zorya Luhansk
Wins
1/6 (16.67%)
Draws
1/6 (16.67%)
Losses
4/6 (66.67%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 2.83
Both score 83.33%
Goals scored 1.17
Goals conceded 1.67
Over 2,5 66.67
Less 2,5 33.33
Club Friendlies 3 - 08/07/2026
Club Friendlies 2 - 15/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 18/07/2026
Club Friendlies 2 - 23/07/2026
Premier League - 31/07/2026
Premier League - 09/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from Polissya Zhytomyr
Polissya Zhytomyr is gearing up for the upcoming match in the 2026/2027 Ukraine Premier League against Zorya Luhansk. The team has shown impressive form in their last five games, securing a 3-1 victory over Metalist 1925 Kharkiv in the Ukraine Premier League on August 10, 2026. They followed this up with a 2-1 win against Chornomorets on August 2, 2026. However, their Europa Conference League campaign saw them suffer a 2-1 defeat to FC København on July 29, 2026, and a 3-3 draw against the same team on July 23, 2026. Their most recent friendly match ended in a 2-0 loss to Viktoria Plzeň on July 14, 2026. Polissya Zhytomyr currently sits third in the league standings with six points from two games, demonstrating their potential to be a force to be reckoned with in the competition. As they prepare to face Zorya Luhansk, they will be looking to build on their recent successes and solidify their position in the league. The team's performance in the Europa Conference League has shown that they can compete against top-tier opponents, and they will be eager to translate this form into the domestic league. With their impressive recent results and solid league position, Polissya Zhytomyr is undoubtedly a team to watch in the 2026/2027 Ukraine Premier League. As they take to the field against Zorya Luhansk, they will be looking to continue their winning streak and cement their place in the top tier of Ukrainian football.Latest news and statistics from Zorya Luhansk
Zorya Luhansk is gearing up for the 3rd round of the 2026/2027 Ukraine Premier League against Polissya Zhytomyr, currently ranked 6th with 3 points from 2 games. The team's recent form has been a mixed bag, with a 1-3 loss to Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih in their last league outing, followed by a 2-0 victory over Kolos Kovalivka. In friendlies, Zorya Luhansk has faced Göztepe, Grimsby Town, and Konyaspor, with the latter two ending in draws and a loss respectively. As they prepare for the upcoming match, Zorya Luhansk will be looking to bounce back from their recent defeat and build on their previous win. With a relatively balanced squad and a decent record in the league so far, they will be confident of causing an upset against Polissya Zhytomyr. The team's manager will likely focus on improving their defensive solidity, having conceded three goals in their last league match. A win against Polissya Zhytomyr would be a significant boost for Zorya Luhansk's campaign, and they will be eager to make a statement in the 3rd round.Polissya Zhytomyr
latest line-ups
Zorya Luhansk
Lineup
77.
Georgiy Bushchan
15.
Bogdan Mykhaylichenko
44.
Sergiy Chobotenko
16.
Ilir Krasniqi
55.
Borys Krushynskyi
8.
Ruslan Babenko
11.
Leandro Andrade
18.
Oleksandr Andriyevskyi
27.
Oleg Fedor
10.
Vladyslav Veleten
95.
Igor Krasnopir
Lineup
V. Rybak
25.
Igor Perduta
44.
Jordan
55.
Vasyl Kravets
3.
Juninho
10.
Bogdan Kushnirenko
77.
Dejan Popara
6.
Artem Slesar
9.
Ivan Nesterenko
30.
Domagoj Jelavic
27.
Pylyp Budkivskyi
28.
Bench
1.
Oleg Kudryk
4.
Mykyta Kravchenko
7.
Oleksandr Nazarenko
9.
Oleksandr Filippov
14.
Lindon Emërllahu
19.
Volodymyr Shepelev
22.
Andrusw Araujo
31.
Giorgi Maisuradze
45.
Maksym Bragaru
89.
Mykola Gayduchyk
94.
Denys Gryshkevych
98.
Denys Talko
Bench
Oleksandr Saputin
1.
Andrija Janjić
5.
Kyrylo Dryshlyuk
8.
Igor Gorbach
11.
Anton Glushchenko
14.
Fedir Zadorozhnyi
17.
Jakov Basic
21.
Illia Karavashchenko
23.
Artem Machelyuk
39.
Stanislav Yaroshenko
70.
Vladlen Yurchenko
80.
Artem Serdiuk
99.
Standings Polissya Zhytomyr x Zorya Luhansk
Regular Season
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team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
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team: team
P: played
W: wins
D: draws
L: losses
GF: goals for
GA: goals against
GD: goal difference
Pts: points
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Polissya Zhytomyr vs Zorya Luhansk FAQ
Polissya Zhytomyr vs Zorya Luhansk when?
The match between Polissya Zhytomyr and Zorya Luhansk will take place on 17/08/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
Polissya Zhytomyr vs Zorya Luhansk what time?
The game between Polissya Zhytomyr and Zorya Luhansk will start at 16:00 Brasília time on 17/08/2026.
Polissya Zhytomyr vs Zorya Luhansk who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between Polissya Zhytomyr and Zorya Luhansk, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team Polissya Zhytomyr can be a moderate risk choice.