Quarterfinal: Metalist 1925 vs. Lokomotiv
In a quarterfinal match of the Ukrainian Cup held at the Central Stadium in Zhytomyr on March 5, 2026, Metalist 1925 secured a convincing 3:0 victory over Lokomotiv. The winning goals were scored by Zaberghdja in the 15th minute, Itodo in the 68th, and Rashytsia in the 90+2nd minute. The Ukrainian Cup is the country's premier knockout football competition, offering a coveted path to European football.
Other quarterfinal matches also determined the first semifinalists:
- Dynamo became the first team to reach the semifinals by defeating Inhulets. Goals for Dynamo were scored by Guerrero and Pikhalyonok.
- The second semifinalist is Bukovyna, who overcame LNZ. The match between Bukovyna and LNZ ended 0:0 in regular time, leading to a penalty shootout. The shootout was tied 4:4 before moving to a sudden-death phase, where LNZ's Gorin missed his penalty, ending his team's cup run.
The final quarterfinal match is scheduled for March 17, 2026.
Quarterfinal Highlights
The Ukrainian Cup quarterfinals showcased a high level of competition and provided spectators with dramatic moments. Metalist 1925's win marks a significant step in their cup campaign, while the advancement of Dynamo and Bukovyna confirms their ambitions in the national tournament. The last quarterfinal on March 17 promises to be equally thrilling as the remaining teams battle for a spot in the next round.