Polissya Zhytomyr vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 October

Polissya Zhytomyr

W W W L D

3rd place in Ukrainian Premier League

0-0

18/10/2025 11:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

W W W W W

1st place in Ukrainian Premier League

Ukrainian Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Polissya Zhytomyr vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk on 18 October 2025 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Polissya Zhytomyr vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk preview before placing your bet.

Polissya Zhytomyr are currently 3rd with 59 points after 30 matches.
FC Shakhtar Donetsk sit 1st with 72 points from 30 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: FC Shakhtar Donetsk to win with probability 53%.
Head-to-head history favors Polissya Zhytomyr, who have won 3 of the last 5 meetings. FC Shakhtar Donetsk have no wins, while 2 matches ended in draws.

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

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Weather

11:00

2025-10-18

Polissya Zhytomyr vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk - Prediction & Odds

Polissya Zhytomyr

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

2025-10-18 11:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/10/2025

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

23/04/2025 11:00

Polissya Zhytomyr

0 - 0

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UKRC

15/12/2024 12:00

Polissya Zhytomyr

1 - 0

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UKR D1

11/08/2024 11:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

0 - 1

Polissya Zhytomyr

UKR D1

25/05/2024 08:30

Polissya Zhytomyr

2 - 0

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UKR D1

24/11/2023 13:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

0 - 0

Polissya Zhytomyr

UKR D1

Polissya Zhytomyr

60%

Draw

40%

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Polissya Zhytomyr Last 6 matches

04/10/2025 11:00

Polissya Zhytomyr 4 - 0 SC Poltava UKR D1

29/09/2025 11:00

Veres 1 - 4 Polissya Zhytomyr UKR D1

24/09/2025 11:00

Rukh Vynnyky 3 - 0 Polissya Zhytomyr UKRC

20/09/2025 11:00

Polissya Zhytomyr 2 - 0 Kudrivka UKR D1

14/09/2025 06:30

Kryvbas 0 - 1 Polissya Zhytomyr UKR D1

07/09/2025 09:00

Polissya Zhytomyr 1 - 1 Kolos Kovalyovka INT CF

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches FC Shakhtar Donetsk

05/10/2025 11:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk 1 - 4 LNZ Cherkasy UKR D1

02/10/2025 15:00

Aberdeen 2 - 3 FC Shakhtar Donetsk UEFA ECL

28/09/2025 11:00

Rukh Vynnyky 0 - 4 FC Shakhtar Donetsk UKR D1

22/09/2025 11:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk 1 - 0 Zorya UKR D1

17/09/2025 08:30

Polissya Stavky 0 - 1 FC Shakhtar Donetsk UKRC

13/09/2025 11:00

Metalist 1925 Kharkiv 1 - 1 FC Shakhtar Donetsk UKR D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ukrainian Premier Leag...

Played games

Polissya Zhytomyr

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.70

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.70

Scored

Avg. per game

2.37

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.70

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

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%)

Polissya Zhytomyr

Recent matches

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Under /Over

(70%)21 9(30%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(70%)21 9(30%)

Under /Over

(37%)11 19(63%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(37%)11 19(63%)

Under /Over

(30%)9 21(70%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)15 15(50%)

/Yes

(30%)9 21(70%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(40%)12 18(60%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Polissya Zhytomyr

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Shots

Polissya Zhytomyr

Total shots

11.43 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Total shots

11.07 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Polissya Zhytomyr Pass FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Total passes

Avg. 1 / game

Accurate

100%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

Avg. 1 / game

Accurate

100%

Ball possession

61%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Polissya Zhytomyr

Played games

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.57

Clean sheets

0.57

5.87

176

Corners

173

5.77

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.87

Offsides

1.27

0.30

GK saves

0.03

Polissya Zhytomyr

DISCIPLINARY

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.40

1.07

0.10

0.00

9.50

285

Fouls

222

7.40

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

08/10

Polissya Zhytomyr

Metalist 1925 Kharkiv

NEXT MATCHES

FK Epitsentr Dunayivtsi

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UKR

08/15

Metalist 1925 Kharkiv

How We Build the Polissya Zhytomyr vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Polissya Zhytomyr vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk on 18 October 2025 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.

Polissya Zhytomyr vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Polissya Zhytomyr'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 Polissya Zhytomyr and FC Shakhtar Donetsk sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Ukrainian Premier League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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