Kryvbas vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Kryvbas

L D W W L

7th place in Ukrainian Premier League

2-3

17/05/2026 07:40

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

W W W W W

1st place in Ukrainian Premier League

Ukrainian Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Kryvbas vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 07:40) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Kryvbas vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk preview before placing your bet.

Kryvbas will face FC Shakhtar Donetsk in Ukrainian Premier League on May 17, 2026 at 07:40.
Kryvbas are currently 7th with 48 points after 30 matches.
FC Shakhtar Donetsk sit 1st with 72 points from 30 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.35.

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

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Weather

07:40

2026-05-17

Kryvbas vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk - Prediction & Odds

Kryvbas

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

2026-05-17 07:40

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2026

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

01 FC Shakhtar Donetsk	72	30	22	6	2	71	21	50
02 LNZ Cherkasy	60	30	18	6	6	39	17	22
03 Polissya Zhytomyr	59	30	18	5	7	51	21	30
04 Dynamo Kyiv	57	30	17	6	7	66	36	30
05 Metalist 1925 Kharkiv	51	30	13	12	5	36	19	17
06 Kolos Kovalyovka	49	30	13	10	7	30	25	5
07 Kryvbas	48	30	13	9	8	53	46	7
08 Zorya	46	30	12	10	8	42	36	6
09 FC Karpaty Lviv	41	30	10	11	9	40	31	9
10 FK Epitsentr Dunayivtsi	32	30	8	8	14	36	45	-9
11 Veres	31	30	7	10	13	26	40	-14
12 Obolon Kiev	31	30	7	10	13	28	49	-21
13 Kudrivka	28	30	7	7	16	32	48	-16
14 Rukh Vynnyky	21	30	6	3	21	20	51	-31
15 PFC Oleksandria	17	30	3	8	19	24	58	-34
16 SC Poltava	13	30	2	7	21	23	74	-51

Head To Head

01/12/2025 12:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

2 - 2

Kryvbas

UKR D1

16/04/2025 08:30

Kryvbas

1 - 2

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UKR D1

06/03/2025 12:20

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

1 - 1

Kryvbas

UKR D1

03/03/2024 11:59

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

5 - 2

Kryvbas

UKR D1

20/08/2023 12:10

Kryvbas

3 - 3

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UKR D1

12/03/2023 08:00

Kryvbas

0 - 3

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UKR D1

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

17%

Draw

50%

Kryvbas

33%

Kryvbas Last 6 matches

12/05/2026 11:00

Veres 1 - 3 Kryvbas

UKR D1

08/05/2026 07:15

Kryvbas 1 - 0 FC Karpaty Lviv

UKR D1

01/05/2026 08:30

SC Poltava 3 - 3 Kryvbas

UKR D1

26/04/2026 06:50

Kryvbas 5 - 6 Dynamo Kyiv

UKR D1

19/04/2026 06:00

Kryvbas 3 - 0 Rukh Vynnyky

UKR D1

12/04/2026 06:00

Kudrivka 1 - 2 Kryvbas

UKR D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches FC Shakhtar Donetsk

13/05/2026 11:45

FC Shakhtar Donetsk 3 - 1 Obolon Kiev

UKR D1

10/05/2026 08:30

SC Poltava 0 - 4 FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UKR D1

07/05/2026 15:00

Crystal Palace 2 - 1 FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UEFA ECL

03/05/2026 11:00

Dynamo Kyiv 1 - 2 FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UKR D1

30/04/2026 15:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk 1 - 3 Crystal Palace

UEFA ECL

26/04/2026 11:00

Kudrivka 1 - 3 FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UKR D1

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Played games

Kryvbas

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.77

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.53

Scored

Avg. per game

2.37

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.70

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 30 matches

YesNo

22 (73%)8 (27%)

In last 30 matches

NoYes

27 (90%)3 (10%)

Kryvbas

Recent matches

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Under /Over

(80%)24 6(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(70%)21 9(30%)

Under /Over

(40%)12 18(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(37%)11 19(63%)

Under /Over

(47%)14 16(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)15 15(50%)

/Yes

(60%)18 12(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(40%)12 18(60%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Kryvbas

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Shots

Kryvbas

Total shots

8.97 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Total shots

11.07 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Kryvbas Pass FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Total passes

Avg. 1 / game

Accurate

100%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

Avg. 1 / game

Accurate

100%

Ball possession

61%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Kryvbas

Played games

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.23

Clean sheets

0.57

4.50

135

Corners

173

5.77

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.53

Offsides

1.27

0.67

GK saves

0.03

Kryvbas

DISCIPLINARY

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.93

1.07

0.07

0.00

9.07

272

Fouls

222

7.40

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Kryvbas vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Kryvbas vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk 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 Ukrainian Premier League 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.

Kryvbas vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Kryvbas's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against FC Shakhtar Donetsk'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.

Ukrainian Premier League 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 Ukrainian Premier League standings and the Ukrainian Premier League form table to understand exactly where Kryvbas and FC Shakhtar Donetsk sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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