Zorya vs Polissya Zhytomyr Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – May 18

Zorya

W W D W D

8th place in Ukrainian Premier League

0-0

18/05/2026 03:00

Polissya Zhytomyr

W W W L D

3rd place in Ukrainian Premier League

Ukrainian Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Zorya vs Polissya Zhytomyr on May 18, 2026 (kick-off: 03:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Zorya vs Polissya Zhytomyr preview before placing for you.

Zorya are currently 8th with 46 points after 30 matches.
Polissya Zhytomyr sit 3rd with 59 points from 30 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Polissya Zhytomyr to win with probability 60%.
Head-to-head history favors Polissya Zhytomyr, who have won 3 of the last 5 meetings. Zorya 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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

03:00

2026-05-18

Zorya vs Polissya Zhytomyr - Prediction & Odds

Zorya

Polissya Zhytomyr

2026-05-18 03:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2026

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

30/11/2025 09:00

Polissya Zhytomyr

2 - 0

Zorya

UKR D1

17/05/2025 03:00

Zorya

0 - 1

Polissya Zhytomyr

UKR D1

25/11/2024 09:00

Polissya Zhytomyr

1 - 1

Zorya

UKR D1

05/05/2024 03:00

Polissya Zhytomyr

1 - 1

Zorya

UKR D1

28/10/2023 06:00

Zorya

0 - 1

Polissya Zhytomyr

UKR D1

Zorya

Draw

40%

Polissya Zhytomyr

60%

Zorya Last 6 matches

12/05/2026 03:00

PFC Oleksandria 1 - 2 Zorya UKR D1

09/05/2026 08:00

Zorya 1 - 1 Metalist 1925 Kharkiv UKR D1

04/05/2026 08:00

Rukh Vynnyky 1 - 2 Zorya UKR D1

27/04/2026 05:30

Zorya 2 - 0 Veres UKR D1

23/04/2026 05:30

Zorya 1 - 2 FC Shakhtar Donetsk UKR D1

17/04/2026 05:30

Dynamo Kyiv 3 - 1 Zorya UKR D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Polissya Zhytomyr

12/05/2026 05:30

FK Epitsentr Dunayivtsi 3 - 2 Polissya Zhytomyr UKR D1

08/05/2026 08:00

Polissya Zhytomyr 2 - 1 PFC Oleksandria UKR D1

03/05/2026 05:30

Metalist 1925 Kharkiv 0 - 1 Polissya Zhytomyr UKR D1

26/04/2026 08:00

Polissya Zhytomyr 3 - 1 Obolon Kiev UKR D1

20/04/2026 08:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk 1 - 0 Polissya Zhytomyr UKR D1

10/04/2026 03:00

SC Poltava 0 - 4 Polissya Zhytomyr UKR D1

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Played games

Zorya

Polissya Zhytomyr

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.40

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.20

Scored

Avg. per game

1.70

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

23 (77%)7 (23%)

In last 30 matches

NoYes

22 (73%)8 (27%)

Zorya

Recent matches

Polissya Zhytomyr

Under /Over

(73%)22 8(27%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(70%)21 9(30%)

Under /Over

(33%)10 20(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(37%)11 19(63%)

Under /Over

(50%)15 15(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(30%)9 21(70%)

/Yes

(60%)18 12(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(30%)9 21(70%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Zorya

Polissya Zhytomyr

Shots

Zorya

Total shots

8.77 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Polissya Zhytomyr

Total shots

11.43 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Zorya Pass Polissya Zhytomyr

Total passes

Avg. 2 / game

Accurate

100%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

Avg. 1 / game

Accurate

100%

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Zorya

Played games

Polissya Zhytomyr

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.57

4.70

141

Corners

176

5.87

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.87

Offsides

0.87

0.40

GK saves

0.30

Zorya

DISCIPLINARY

Polissya Zhytomyr

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.90

1.40

0.00

0.10

9.23

277

Fouls

285

9.50

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Zorya vs Polissya Zhytomyr Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Zorya vs Polissya Zhytomyr on 18 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.

Zorya vs Polissya Zhytomyr Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Zorya's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Polissya Zhytomyr'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 Zorya and Polissya Zhytomyr sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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