Obolon'-Brovar vs Polissya Zhytomyr Predictions

Obolon'-Brovar will face Polissya Zhytomyr at the Obolon Arena on February 28, 2025, in a critical Premier League matchup, as Round 19 brings together two teams with divergent ambitions. Obolon'-Brovar, under Valeriy Ivashchenko, are projected to sit 14th with around 15 points from 18 matches as of February 26, 2025, following a 1-0 loss to Veres Rivne (Feb 23, 2025), desperate to halt their slide toward relegation. Polissya Zhytomyr, managed by Imad Ashur, are expected to hold 5th place with approximately 30 points, buoyed by a 2-1 win over Rukh Lviv (Feb 22, 2025), aiming to maintain their push for a European spot. This expert prediction analyzes team form, key players, head-to-head stats, and betting tips to answer: Who will win Obolon'-Brovar vs Polissya Zhytomyr in this Premier League clash?

Team Form & Recent Performances

Obolon'-Brovar

2024/25 Record (Projected as of Feb 26): 4W, 3D, 11L (15 points, 14th in Premier League)
Latest Result: 1-0 loss vs. Veres Rivne (Feb 23, 2025)
Home Form: 2W, 2D, 5L (9 goals scored, 14 conceded)

Obolon'-Brovar have struggled this season, with their recent 1-0 defeat to Veres Rivne marking their fourth loss in five league games (1W, 0D, 4L) as of February 26, 2025. Projected at 15 points from 18 matches, their last home win—a 2-1 upset over Kryvbas (Dec 7, 2024)—offers faint hope. At home, they’ve averaged 1.00 goal scored and 1.56 conceded per game, reflecting a leaky defense and lack of firepower that could prove costly against a confident Polissya side.

Polissya Zhytomyr

2024/25 Record (Projected as of Feb 26): 9W, 3D, 6L (30 points, 5th in Premier League)
Latest Result: 2-1 win vs. Rukh Lviv (Feb 22, 2025)
Away Form: 4W, 2D, 3L (12 goals scored, 10 conceded)

Polissya Zhytomyr have been a revelation, projected at 30 points from 18 matches as of February 26, 2025. Their 2-1 victory over Rukh Lviv, with goals from Oleksiy Gutsulyak and Luifer Hernandez, extended their strong run of four wins in six league games (4W, 1D, 1L). On the road, they’ve averaged 1.33 goals scored and 1.11 conceded per game, blending attacking potency with defensive solidity to make them favorites in Kyiv.

Head-to-Head Stats & Historical Context

Overall Record: Polissya Zhytomyr 2W, Obolon'-Brovar 1W, 1D (4 meetings since 2022)
Recent Meetings:

• Aug 25, 2024: Polissya Zhytomyr 2-0 Obolon'-Brovar (Premier League)

• May 5, 2024: Obolon'-Brovar 1-1 Polissya Zhytomyr (Premier League)

• Oct 20, 2023: Polissya Zhytomyr 2-1 Obolon'-Brovar (Premier League)

Key Trend: Polissya are unbeaten in their last 3 meetings (2W, 1D); 2 of the last 3 H2Hs stayed under 2.5 goals.

Polissya Zhytomyr have the upper hand historically, with their 2-0 win in August 2024 at Tsentralnyi Stadion showcasing their dominance, led by Gutsulyak’s brace. Obolon'-Brovar managed a 1-1 draw at home in May 2024, but their inability to score in August highlights Polissya’s defensive edge. Matches have averaged 1.75 goals, suggesting a tight, low-scoring affair could unfold.

Key Players to Watch

Obolon'-Brovar

• Rostyslav Taranukha (FWD): 4 goals in 2024/25; Obolon’s top scorer and primary threat.

• Ruslan Chernenko (MID): 2 goals, 2 assists; key creator in midfield.

• Nazariy Fedorivskyi (GK): 4 clean sheets; vital for any upset hopes.

Polissya Zhytomyr

• Oleksiy Gutsulyak (FWD): 8 goals in 2024/25; Polissya’s leading scorer and aerial danger.

• Luifer Hernandez (FWD): 5 goals, 3 assists; dynamic forward with pace.

• Yevhen Volynets (GK): 6 clean sheets; anchors a stout defense.

Tactical Insights & Match Dynamics

Obolon'-Brovar’s defensive 4-4-2 (0.94 goals per game) will face Polissya’s fluid 4-3-3 (1.44 goals per game). Taranukha’s finishing and Chernenko’s vision could test Polissya’s backline (1.00 goal conceded per game), but Obolon’s shaky defense (1.67 goals conceded per game) may crumble under Gutsulyak and Hernandez’s pressure. Polissya’s high-pressing style should exploit Obolon’s recent errors, though a 7,000-strong home crowd might inspire resistance. Obolon’s Serhii Sukhanov (doubtful, injury) and Polissya’s Artem Shabanov (out, suspension) could influence selections.

Prediction: Obolon'-Brovar vs Polissya Zhytomyr

Our Prediction: Total Goal - Under 2.5