Metalist 1925 vs Dnipro-1 prediction and betting tips on April 15, 2024
On April 15, within the UPL there will be two matches, in one of which Metalist 1925 - Dnipro-1 match prediction for these rivals is made by our analysts.
Metalist 1925
Kharkiv club is at risk of leaving the elite of Ukrainian soccer, as it occupies the penultimate line in the standings, the gap from the 12th place is 7 points. The most realistic option to stay in the league is the zone of transition matches, after which it will be necessary to play the knockout games, the gap from the 14th place is two points. In the last matchday Metalist 1925 played a draw away with Kolos - 1:1.
Dnipro-1
After 23 matchdays Dnipro-1 is fourth in the standings, trailing by 5 points from the third Kryvbas, but having played one match less. In the last round the team led against Zorya with the score 2:0, however, the advantage did not hold - 2:2. The club does not lose in three consecutive meetings, having scored 5 points in this period. To get to a couple of leaders will be difficult, but to compete for the third position is already quite realistic.
Interesting facts about the match and history of head-to-head meetings
- In the first round Dnipro-1 managed to win thanks to one goal - 1:0.
- Metalist 1925 lost the last five face-to-face meetings with the opponent, so the psychological advantage is on the side of Dnipro players.
Metalist 1925 vs Dnipro-1 Prediction
Formal guests are listed as favorites, although the match will be held not in Kharkiv, but on a neutral field in Kyiv. Metalist 1925 is in bad shape, however, has serious motivation, so they will try to cling for points. Dnipro-1 will play to win, so we expect a difficult match. We bet here on a clean win for the guests.