Our Shakhtar Donetsk vs FC Metalist 1925 Prediction: 2-1
Shakhtar Donetsk vs FC Metalist 1925 in the Ukraine Vyscha Liga is scheduled for an 16:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday March 15, 2026. Our correct score prediction favors a 2-1 home triumph, but considering both teams’ ability to find the net, BTTS is also a solid alternative bet.
This Shakhtar Donetsk vs FC Metalist 1925 prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Shakhtar Donetsk's Last Match – PFC Oleksandria vs Shakhtar Donetsk
Shakhtar Donetsk will want to continue their winning form after a 1-0 Ukraine Vyscha Liga victory over PFC Oleksandria, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Shakhtar Donetsk recorded 64% possession, firing 4 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 PFC Oleksandria | 36% | 0 (1) | - | 12 |
 Shakhtar Donetsk | 64% | 0 (4) | - | 55 |
FC Metalist 1925's Last Match – FC Rukh Lviv vs FC Metalist 1925
FC Metalist 1925 must win to build on their momentum after securing a hard-fought 3-0 Ukraine Vyscha Liga victory over FC Rukh Lviv in their last outing. In that match, FC Metalist 1925 controlled 54% of possession and managed 10 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 FC Rukh Lviv | 46% | 0 (4) | - | 28 |
 FC Metalist 1925 | 54% | 0 (10) | - | 54 |
Shakhtar Donetsk vs FC Metalist 1925 Stats
Key Stats
| Shakhtar Donetsk | FC Metalist 1925 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2.33 | Attacking Strength | 1.43 |
| 0.71 | Defence Strength | 0.56 |
| 2.1 | Points Per Game | 2.2 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 7/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 7/10 | Clean Sheets | 6/10 |
| 2/10 | BTTS | 3/10 |
| 4/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.6 | Average Scored | 2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Shakhtar Donetsk are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 0.4 conceded per match, while FC Metalist 1925 average 2.0 scored and 0.8 conceded per game.