Polessya 1-0 Shakhtar Donetsk – Result & Analysis
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Poisson rates Shakhtar Donetsk at 40% — current form provides partial corroboration, though signals are mixed in this Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk encounter.
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Analysis
Shakhtar Donetsk make the trip to Tsentralnyi Stadion to face Polessya in Premier League, Regular Season - 17. The match kicks off on Sunday 15 December 2024 at 16:00 UTC.
Form
Polessya (all games): 2W 4D 4L across 10 Premier League fixtures this term — 1.00 PPG. Last five: L D L D L. They are averaging 1.00 goals per game and conceding 1.20 — a modest attacking output that tempers optimism on the Over 2.5 market. 1 clean sheet from 10 outings provides some defensive foundation. Both teams have scored in 70% of their games — a high BTTS rate that carries real weight in the goals markets. This season is still relatively young for Polessya, so this record blends games from this season and last.
In front of their own supporters this season, Polessya have posted 4W 5D 1L at Tsentralnyi Stadion — 1.70 PPG. At home they are averaging 1.40 goals scored and 0.70 conceded per game. BTTS has landed in 60% of their home matches — a rate that supports the Yes angle in this fixture. Their home PPG of 1.70 is noticeably stronger than their overall 1.00 — Polessya are significantly better at Tsentralnyi Stadion than their overall form suggests.
Shakhtar Donetsk have collected 2.40 PPG across 10 Premier League outings this season: 7W 3D 0L. Last five: W W W D W. Their attacking form is sharp — 2.70 goals per game is a high-output rate that commands respect in the goals markets. Defensively, 0.70 goals conceded per game is elite-level — a side this difficult to score against is a real threat to Over 2.5 and BTTS Yes. 3 clean sheets from 10 outings suggests some defensive organisation. Both teams have scored in 70% of their games — a noteworthy BTTS rate that supports the Yes market. This season is still relatively young for Shakhtar Donetsk, so this record blends games from this season and last.
Shakhtar Donetsk's away record: 5W 3D 2L from 10 road trips in Premier League this season (1.80 PPG). They are averaging 2.00 goals per away game — strong road scoring that makes them a threat even without home support. 4 clean sheets from 10 away games (40%) shows they are capable of shutting up shop on the road. Their away PPG of 1.80 is notably below their overall 2.40 — form away from home has been a clear weakness this season.
The travelling side arrive in better shape. Shakhtar Donetsk are 1.40 PPG clear of Polessya in recent Premier League fixtures (2.40 vs 1.00). Backing the visitors outright or on Draw No Bet are both valid approaches where the price allows.
H2H History
The head-to-head record is closely matched — Polessya lead 2W to 0W over the last 3 encounters, with 1 draws, though neither side has established a commanding advantage.
Scoring has been limited when these teams have met. The 3 previous contests averaged 1.0 goals, making the Under 2.5 the historically backed angle in the goals market. The most recent clash, on 11 Aug 2024, ended 1–0 with Polessya winning.
With a balanced win record and just 1.0 goals per game historically, the H2H points toward a tight, low-scoring contest. Under 2.5 goals has the strongest statistical grounding from the fixture history regardless of which side wins.
Trading Data
Polessya goal-timing and half-time pattern breakdown (45 games, 21 at home): they score before half-time in 62% of fixtures in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 82% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 53% of those occasions; BTTS occurs in 67% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 33% of games (home games).
Shakhtar Donetsk goal-timing and half-time pattern breakdown (45 games, 21 at away): they score before half-time in 71% of fixtures in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 90% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 50% of those occasions; they lead at the break 60% of the time; BTTS occurs in 52% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 48% of games (away games); Over 3.5 in 36%; they keep a clean sheet 42% of the time.
BTTS rates are mixed from the trading data — Polessya 56% versus Shakhtar Donetsk 53%; no strong lean in either direction. The over/under 2.5 picture is inconclusive from the in-play data (Polessya 42% | Shakhtar Donetsk 58%).
Poisson Model
The Poisson distribution model projects Polessya 1.02 xG and Shakhtar Donetsk 1.25 xG. These expected goals figures are the primary input: they feed a goal-probability matrix across all scoreline combinations to derive the result and market probabilities below. Underlying strength ratings: Polessya attack 0.919 / defence 0.931 | Shakhtar Donetsk attack 1.273 / defence 0.885. League average goals — home 1.252 / away 1.054. Shakhtar Donetsk have an above-average attack strength of 1.273 — the away xG of 1.25 is driven by genuine attacking quality on the road. Data: 46 Polessya games / 45 Shakhtar Donetsk games used (CurrentSeason).
Result probabilities: Polessya 28% | Draw 32% | Shakhtar Donetsk 40%. Fair-value odds: Polessya 3.57 | Draw 3.12 | Shakhtar Donetsk 2.50. This is a low-confidence result — no outcome exceeds 45%. The draw at 32% is a primary outcome, not an afterthought.
Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 40% | BTTS probability 48% | Total xG 2.27. Under 2.5 has a narrow probability edge at 60% — total xG of 2.27 is below the line but not decisively so. BTTS probability of 48% is moderate — neither team is projected to score with enough certainty to make Yes a clear standalone call.
Picks & Verdict
Polessya dominate the H2H record, yet Shakhtar Donetsk are the in-form side right now — historical edge versus current momentum creates a genuine dilemma.
On the Poisson output, Shakhtar Donetsk are the pick at 40% — marginal model lean. Current-season form corroborates the Poisson lean — partial multi-source support. Draw probability of 32% warrants consideration of Double Chance or Draw No Bet on Shakhtar Donetsk if the outright odds are short. The opposing side holds a 28% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should be staked accordingly.
On the goals line, Poisson's 2.27 combined xG gives a 40% probability to Under 2.5 — reasonable, supported by H2H averaging 1.0 goals per meeting.
The Poisson model's BTTS call is No at 48%. Form rates are neutral: Polessya 60% | Shakhtar Donetsk 50%.
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💡 Key Insights
🏟️ Match Context
• Fixture: Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk | Competition: Premier League, Regular Season - 17 | Venue: Tsentralnyi Stadion • Kick-off: Sunday 15 Dec 2024, 16:00 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing
📊 Statistical Prediction
• Poisson result probabilities: Polessya 28% | Draw 32% | Shakhtar Donetsk 40% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 40% | BTTS 48% | xG Polessya 1.02 / Shakhtar Donetsk 1.25 • Poisson strength factors: Polessya attack 0.919 / def 0.931 | Shakhtar Donetsk attack 1.273 / def 0.885 | league avg home 1.252 / away 1.054 • Poisson stance: Shakhtar Donetsk (40%) — low confidence — close contest
🧮 Prediction Model
1.02
Polessya xG
Expected Goals
1.25
Shakhtar Donetsk xG
48%
BTTS
68%
Over 1.5
40%
Over 2.5
19%
Over 3.5
Full score-by-score matrix & model internals in the "Full Poisson Detail" section below ↓
⚠️ This analysis is generated algorithmically from statistical data and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice. Please gamble responsibly.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk kick off?
Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk kicked off at 16:00 on Sunday 15 December 2024 at Tsentralnyi Stadion.
What was the final score in Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk?
Polessya 1 - 0 Shakhtar Donetsk.
Where is Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk being played?
The match is being played at Tsentralnyi Stadion.
What competition is Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk part of?
Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk is a Regular Season - 17 fixture in the Premier League (Ukraine).
Who is favourite to win Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk?
Our statistical model gives Polessya a 28% chance of winning, Shakhtar Donetsk a 40% chance, and a 32% chance of a draw — making Shakhtar Donetsk the favourite.
Will both teams score in Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk?
Our model estimates a 48% probability that both Polessya and Shakhtar Donetsk will score (BTTS).
Will Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk have over 2.5 goals?
Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 40%.
What is the head-to-head record between Polessya and Shakhtar Donetsk?
Record (3 meetings): Polessya 2W | Draws 1 | Shakhtar Donetsk 0W.
What form are Polessya and Shakhtar Donetsk in?
Polessya (all comps): 2W-4D-4L in 10 | 1.00 PPG | GF 1.00 / GA 1.20 | L5 L-D-L-D-L. Shakhtar Donetsk (all comps): 7W-3D-0L in 10 | 2.40 PPG | GF 2.70 / GA 0.70 | L5 W-W-W-D-W.
🧮 Model Insight
Behind the Numbers
The model rates Polessya's attack at 0.92x the league average against Shakhtar Donetsk's defence at 0.89x — combine the two and it projects 1.02 expected goals for the hosts. Flip it around — Shakhtar Donetsk's attack (1.27x) against Polessya's defence (0.93x) — and the away total comes out at 1.25.
These ratings are built from 46/45 games of current-season data — a full enough sample to trust.
Scoreline Breakdown
Of every possible scoreline, 1-1 carries the highest individual probability at 14.9% — still a long way from a near-certainty, which says something about how open this one is on paper. Close behind: 0-0 (12.1%), 0-1 (11.2%). Those top three scorelines alone account for 38% of the model's total probability mass — a relatively concentrated, predictable distribution for this fixture.
Most Likely Outcome
Shakhtar Donetsk Win
28%
3.55
32%
3.09
40%
2.53
Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines
1 – 1
13.2%
Draw
Most likely
0 – 1
12.9%
Away win
1 – 0
10.5%
Home win
Expected Goals & Win Odds
1.02
Polessya xG
Total xG
2.27
1.25
Shakhtar Donetsk xG
3.55
28%
Home win
3.09
32%
Draw
2.53
40%
Away win
Goals Markets
66%
Over 1.5
1.52
34%
Under 1.5
2.94
40%
Over 2.5
2.50
60%
Under 2.5
1.67
19%
Over 3.5
5.26
81%
Under 3.5
1.23
8%
Over 4.5
12.50
92%
Under 4.5
1.09
Match Markets
Both Teams to Score
48%
BTTS Yes
2.10
52%
BTTS No
1.91
Clean Sheet
29%
3.49
36%
2.77
Win to Nil
8%
12.40
14%
7.00
Score Probability Matrix (%)
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 10.4 | 12.9 | 8.1 | 3.4 | 1.0 | 0.3 |
| 1 | 10.5 | 13.2 | 8.2 | 3.4 | 1.1 | 0.3 |
| 2 | 5.4 | 6.7 | 4.2 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 0.1 |
| 3 | 1.8 | 2.3 | 1.4 | 0.6 | 0.2 | – |
| 4 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.2 | – | – |
| 5 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | – | – | – |
Green = home win · Grey = draw · Amber = away win · Outlined cell = most likely score
▶ Model Internals
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most likely scoreline for Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk?
Our Poisson model rates 1-1 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 14.9%.
How many goals are Polessya and Shakhtar Donetsk expected to score?
The model projects 1.02 expected goals for Polessya and 1.25 for Shakhtar Donetsk, a combined total of 2.27.
How confident is the prediction model for Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk?
Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 40%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.
📈 Form Insight
The Form Picture
Polessya come into this having played 45 games, going 19W 14D 12L for 1.58 points per game. Their last five reads L-D-L-D-L. The sample for Polessya is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
On the other side, Shakhtar Donetsk sit at 2.31 PPG from 45 outings (32W 8D 5L), a run that reads W-W-W-D-W across their last five. The sample for Shakhtar Donetsk is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
Shakhtar Donetsk carry the stronger recent form of the two, 0.73 PPG clear of Polessya — worth weighing alongside whatever the head-to-head and market data say.
Home & Away Splits
Polessya's home form reads 8W 9D 4L across 21 games on their own ground, a 1.57 PPG return.
Away from home, Shakhtar Donetsk have taken 2.14 points per game from 21 outings (13W 6D 2L).
Comparing the two in their relevant venue splits, Shakhtar Donetsk come out ahead — a more targeted read than the overall PPG figures above, since it strips out games played in the opposite context.
Scoring & Defensive Trends
Polessya are averaging 1.33 goals scored and 1.02 conceded per game recently; Shakhtar Donetsk are on 2.31 scored and 0.84 conceded.
Defensively: Shakhtar Donetsk in 42% — worth knowing if you're weighing up clean-sheet or BTTS-No markets.
Last 45 Results — Premier League
Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)
Polessya
Blended
Shakhtar Donetsk
Blended
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What form are Polessya and Shakhtar Donetsk in coming into this match?
Polessya have gone 19W 14D 12L in their last 45 games (1.58 PPG), while Shakhtar Donetsk have gone 32W 8D 5L in their last 45 (2.31 PPG).
Which team has the better venue record — Polessya at home or Shakhtar Donetsk away?
Shakhtar Donetsk's away record (2.14 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — Polessya at home: 1.57 PPG; Shakhtar Donetsk away: 2.14 PPG.
Have Polessya or Shakhtar Donetsk been keeping clean sheets recently?
Polessya have kept a clean sheet in 29% of their recent games, Shakhtar Donetsk in 42%.
⚔️ Rivalry Insight
History of the Fixture
On record, these two have faced off 7 times since November 2023 — enough meetings to establish some real patterns. Every recorded meeting has come in Premier League. The two were last together as recently as 29 August 2026, so this form is fresh in the memory.
Records & Recent Trends
Specifically as hosts in this fixture, Polessya have gone 2W 1D 0L from 3 meetings on their own ground against Shakhtar Donetsk — worth weighing alongside the overall series record.
Last 7 Meetings
4
Polessya
2
Draws
1
Shakhtar Donetsk
Recent Meetings
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the head-to-head record between Polessya and Shakhtar Donetsk?
From 7 meetings on record, Polessya have won 4, Shakhtar Donetsk have won 1, and 2 have been drawn.
When did Polessya and Shakhtar Donetsk last play each other?
They last met on 29 August 2026, when Shakhtar Donetsk 0-2 Polessya.
Who has won more matches between Polessya and Shakhtar Donetsk?
Polessya have the better head-to-head record, with 4 wins from 7 meetings.
📈 Trading Insight
How These Sides Start
Polessya are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 62% of their matches. They've also shown some fight from behind, salvaging a draw or win after trailing at half-time in 24% of those situations.
Shakhtar Donetsk are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 71% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 57% of the time.
Goals & Clean Sheets
BTTS sits in mixed territory for this pairing — Polessya 67%, Shakhtar Donetsk 52% — no strong lean either way from the trading data alone.
Over 2.5 has been close to a coin-flip for both sides — 33% (Polessya) and 48% (Shakhtar Donetsk).
On the defensive side: Shakhtar Donetsk in 43%.
Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue | Venue = Polessya home games / Shakhtar Donetsk away games. HT metrics require half-time score data — shown as — where unavailable.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do both teams usually score when Polessya play Shakhtar Donetsk?
Yes — based on recent matches, both teams have scored in 67% of Polessya's games and 52% of Shakhtar Donetsk's, a combined rate that favours BTTS Yes.
Is Polessya vs Shakhtar Donetsk usually a high-scoring fixture?
Not particularly — Over 2.5 goals has come in for only 33% of Polessya's recent games and 48% of Shakhtar Donetsk's, pointing to a tighter contest.
Do Polessya and Shakhtar Donetsk tend to score early?
Polessya have had a goal before half-time in 62% of their recent matches, Shakhtar Donetsk in 71% — a useful reference point for first-half goal markets.
Shock result as Polessya defy the odds to beat Shakhtar Donetsk 1-0.
📝 Match Report
How It Unfolded
Polessya beat Shakhtar Donetsk 1-0 at Tsentralnyi Stadion, Regular Season - 17, in the Premier League. The remainder of the report sets that outcome against the pre-match model, the markets and the teams' data profiles.
The Model vs The Result
The Poisson model went into this projecting Polessya 1.02 xG and Shakhtar Donetsk 1.25 xG, a combined 2.27. The scoreboard read 1-0 for 1 actual goal. Shakhtar Donetsk landed 1.2 under their projected return. Those figures were built on strength ratings of Polessya attack 0.92 / defence 0.93 against Shakhtar Donetsk attack 1.27 / defence 0.89, drawn from 46/45 games (CurrentSeason).
On the result, the model split it Polessya 28% | Draw 32% | Shakhtar Donetsk 40%, with Shakhtar Donetsk to win its most likely call at 40%. The actual Polessya win had been the model's second-ranked read at 28%, so the result diverged from the top call without being a shock.
Goals & Markets
The model rated Over 2.5 goals at 40%. The game delivered 1, so it stayed under — in line with the projection. Over 1.5 had been 68% and missed. On both teams to score, the model sat at 48% and the match did not — another call in the model's favour. Historically the two sides average 50% Over 2.5 across their same-competition games (Polessya 42%, Shakhtar Donetsk 58%), a base rate that pointed the other way from today's under. Their combined BTTS history runs at 54%, which did not match the one-sided outcome.
Trading Patterns vs Reality
Polessya's trading profile (45 games, 21 home) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 56% of their matches — today it did not.
Shakhtar Donetsk's trading profile (45 games, 21 away) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 53% of their matches — today it did not; they keep a clean sheet 42% of the time, and conceded here.
Form vs Result
On form, Shakhtar Donetsk arrived the stronger side — 2.31 PPG against 1.58. Form was overturned, with Polessya winning despite arriving in poorer recent shape. Polessya (home/away splits) conceded 0 against a 1.00 average — tighter than their form line. Shakhtar Donetsk (home/away splits) managed 0 against a 2.10 scoring average — below par going forward.
Verdict
Grading the result against the stored data, 2 of 4 pre-match signals came in: result (miss), Over 2.5 (hit), BTTS (hit), form (miss). Partial vindication: some calls landed, others slipped.
💡 Key Insights
⚠️ This match report is generated algorithmically from the final score, our prediction model, and each team's historical form and trading data. Analysis is for informational purposes only.