Bookmakers' Outlook for the Crucial UPL Clash Between Kolos and Polissia
This Sunday, February 22, 2026, Kolos (Kovalivka) will host Polissia (Zhytomyr) in a pivotal match for the 17th round of the Ukrainian Premier League. The outcome is critical for both sides in the race for third place in the league standings, as reported by 'Hlavkom'. The Ukrainian Premier League is the country's top football division, where securing a top-three finish is a significant achievement.
Bookmakers' Predictions
Ahead of the fixture, bookmaker GGBET has released the following odds:
- Polissia to win – 2.12
- Kolos to win – 3.97
- Draw – 3.04
- Both teams to score + draw – 4.39
- Correct score 2:0 in favor of Polissia – 7.62
Before the winter break, Polissia held third place in the table, while Kolos was positioned sixth with 25 points. During the transfer window, Polissia strengthened its squad with three new signings: Ilir Krasniqi, Lyndon Emmerlach, and Ihor Krasnopir, for a total transfer fee of 3.9 million euros. Kolos also added three new players: Danyil Khrypchuk, Artem Cheliadin, and Ardrit Tahiri.
In their first meeting this season, Kolos secured a 1:0 victory with a goal from Yuriy Klimchuk, who currently shares the lead as the Premier League's top scorer with 7 goals. Last season, both encounters between the teams ended in 1:1 draws. Polissia's last victory over Kolos dates back to April 2024. Historically, the teams have faced each other five times, with a draw being the most frequent result (three times).
This match will not only impact the teams' positions in the table but could also prove decisive in shaping their strategy for the remainder of the season. - Source: 'Hlavkom'
The match is scheduled to kick off at 13:00 Kyiv time and will be broadcast live on the UPL.TV channel. With Polissia's reinforced roster and Kolos's previous success in the fixture, a tense and engaging contest is anticipated. The result could significantly alter the dynamics of the race for the podium places in the league.