Polissya Zhytomyr (Home)
- Polissya are unbeaten in their last five UPL games (W3, D2).
- The home side have kept multiple clean sheets and scored regularly in recent league matches, which is a crucial consideration for our Polissya Zhytomyr vs FC Epitsentr Dunayivtsi betting tips.
- They sit in the top three with around 23 points from their first 12 matches and are in the European race.
- Boss Ruslan Rotan has rotated his side frequently since taking charge and plays a high-tempo, possession-based style.
FC Epitsentr Dunayivtsi (Away)
- Epitsentr are stuck in the relegation fight, hovering around 12th - 14th with about 9 points from 12 matches.
- Manager Serhiy Nahornyak sets his side up to be pragmatic, difficult to break down and dangerous on the break.
- They sit deep in organised lines and rely on counter-attacks rather than pressing high.
- Keeper Oleh Bilyk is often called into action when the team defends deep under pressure.
Head-to-Head
- This Polissya Zhytomyr vs FC Epitsentr Dunayivtsi prediction is influenced by their previous meetings, in which Polissya are undefeated in the two UPL encounters, winning both matches in 2022.
- Results were 2-1 (away) and 3-0 (home) in that year.
Key Players
- Mykola Gayduchyk
- He is Polissya’s leading scorer in 2025 and a reliable finisher.
- Oleksandr Filippov
- Provides a big, physical presence up front and holds up play for Polissya.
- Joaquinete
- Epitsentr’s focal point and leading scorer who drives their counter-attacking threat.
- Oleh Bilyk
- Epitsentr’s first-choice keeper who often faces sustained pressure.
Betting Insights
- The odds make Polissya clear favourites at 1.38, the draw is 4.9 and Epitsentr are long at 8.4, which is worth keeping in mind for this Polissya Zhytomyr vs FC Epitsentr Dunayivtsi betting tips section.
- The Over 2.5 goals market is 1.65 and Both Teams to Score is 1.89.
- Given Polissya’s recent clean sheets and home form, backing the favourite on the win market is the straightforward option, supporting our Polissya Zhytomyr vs FC Epitsentr Dunayivtsi betting tips.
Prediction
- Likely score: 2-0 or 2-1 to Polissya.
- Polissya’s form and home advantage suggest they will take all three points.
- Epitsentr’s counter-attacking style means there could be a moment or two of danger, but a shutout for Polissya is also possible.
