FC Vorskla Poltava vs Metalist Kharkiv: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

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FC Vorskla Poltava

WLLDD

14th place in Ukraine Division 2

1 - 1

17/05/2026 05:00

Metalist Kharkiv

LWDWW

7th place in Ukraine Division 2

Ukraine Division 2

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Vorskla Poltava vs Metalist Kharkiv on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 05:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Vorskla Poltava vs Metalist Kharkiv preview before placing your bet.

FC Vorskla Poltava will face Metalist Kharkiv in Ukraine Division 2 on May 17, 2026 at 05:00.
FC Vorskla Poltava are currently 14th with 30 points after 30 matches.
Metalist Kharkiv sit 7th with 37 points from 30 matches.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

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Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

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Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 FC Bukovyna chernivtsi	81	30	26	3	1	74	21	53
02 Chernomorets Odessa	65	30	19	8	3	43	21	22
03 FC Livyi Bereh	63	30	19	6	5	50	21	29
04 Ahrobiznes TSK Romny	53	30	16	5	9	36	28	8
05 FC Inhulets Petrove	46	30	12	10	8	41	32	9
06 Prykarpattya Ivano Frankivsk	37	30	9	10	11	33	33	0
07 Metalist Kharkiv	37	30	10	7	13	31	35	-4
08 Probiy Horodenka	36	30	10	6	14	29	37	-8
09 FK Yarud Mariupol	36	30	9	9	12	31	32	-1
10 FC Victoria Mykolaivka	36	30	10	6	14	37	38	-1
11 UCSA	36	30	10	6	14	30	40	-10
12 Nyva Ternopil	34	30	8	10	12	25	33	-8
13 FC Chernigiv	31	30	8	7	15	30	36	-6
14 FC Vorskla Poltava	30	30	7	9	14	23	36	-13
15 Podillya Khmelnytskyi	21	30	4	9	17	20	45	-25
16 Metalurh Zaporizhya	19	30	4	7	19	16	61	-45

Head To Head

26/10/2025 07:00

Metalist Kharkiv

1 - 1

FC Vorskla Poltava

UKR D2

22/04/2023 06:00

FC Vorskla Poltava

3 - 2

Metalist Kharkiv

UKR D1

15/10/2022 06:00

Metalist Kharkiv

3 - 2

FC Vorskla Poltava

UKR D1

19/03/2016 13:30

Metalist Kharkiv

0 - 3

FC Vorskla Poltava

UKR D1

29/08/2015 12:30

FC Vorskla Poltava

1 - 0

Metalist Kharkiv

UKR D1

03/05/2015 07:00

Metalist Kharkiv

0 - 2

FC Vorskla Poltava

UKR D1

Metalist Kharkiv

50%

Draw

17%

FC Vorskla Poltava

33%

FC Vorskla Poltava Last 6 matches

09/05/2026 06:00

FC Bukovyna chernivtsi 6 - 0 FC Vorskla Poltava

UKR D2

03/05/2026 06:00

FC Vorskla Poltava 0 - 1 FC Livyi Bereh

UKR D2

26/04/2026 04:00

FC Chernigiv 1 - 2 FC Vorskla Poltava

UKR D2

18/04/2026 05:00

FC Vorskla Poltava 0 - 1 Prykarpattya Ivano Frankivsk

UKR D2

12/04/2026 04:00

FC Victoria Mykolaivka 1 - 0 FC Vorskla Poltava

UKR D2

08/04/2026 07:55

FC Vorskla Poltava 0 - 2 Probiy Horodenka

UKR D2

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches Metalist Kharkiv

09/05/2026 07:30

Metalist Kharkiv 3 - 0 Podillya Khmelnytskyi

UKR D2

02/05/2026 09:30

Nyva Ternopil 2 - 0 Metalist Kharkiv

UKR D2

25/04/2026 08:00

Metalist Kharkiv 1 - 1 FK Yarud Mariupol

UKR D2

17/04/2026 07:00

Metalist Kharkiv 1 - 2 FC Bukovyna chernivtsi

UKR D2

13/04/2026 08:15

FC Livyi Bereh 3 - 0 Metalist Kharkiv

UKR D2

07/04/2026 07:00

Metalist Kharkiv 2 - 1 FC Chernigiv

UKR D2

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ukraine Division 2

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

FC Vorskla Poltava

Metalist Kharkiv

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.40

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.70

Scored

Avg. per game

0.63

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.53

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 30 matches

YesNo

10 (33%)20 (67%)

In last 30 matches

NoYes

14 (47%)16 (53%)

FC Vorskla Poltava

Recent matches

Metalist Kharkiv

Under /Over

(73%)22 8(27%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(73%)22 8(27%)

Under /Over

(30%)9 21(70%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(23%)7 23(77%)

Under /Over

(30%)9 21(70%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(27%)8 22(73%)

/Yes

(30%)9 21(70%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)15 15(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Vorskla Poltava

Metalist Kharkiv

Shots

FC Vorskla Poltava

Total shots

7.65 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Metalist Kharkiv

Total shots

7.41 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

FC Vorskla Poltava Pass Metalist Kharkiv

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

FC Vorskla Poltava

Played games

Metalist Kharkiv

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.23

Clean sheets

0.20

3.30

Corners

3.07

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

FC Vorskla Poltava

DISCIPLINARY

Metalist Kharkiv

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.23

2.03

0.17

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the FC Vorskla Poltava vs Metalist Kharkiv Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Vorskla Poltava vs Metalist Kharkiv on 17 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Ukraine Division 2 fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

FC Vorskla Poltava vs Metalist Kharkiv Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess FC Vorskla Poltava's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Metalist Kharkiv's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Ukraine Division 2 Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Ukraine Division 2 standings and the Ukraine Division 2 form table to understand exactly where FC Vorskla Poltava and Metalist Kharkiv sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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