Polissya Crushes Obolon to Reclaim Third Place in UPL: Sarapiy Strikes Twice

Polissya vs. Obolon Match Recap

According to Главком: Zhytomyr-based Polissya secured a commanding 3-1 victory over Obolon in Matchday 25 of the Ukrainian Premier League. While both sides played aggressively, Polissya proved far more clinical in front of goal, turning their chances into a decisive win.

Polissya’s goals came from:

• Sarapiy – a brace, scoring in the 18th and 64th minutes;
• Hutsulyak – converting a penalty in the 77th minute.

Obolon managed a consolation goal via Tretiakov, who scored from the penalty spot in the 89th minute.

A Heated Encounter

The match was marked not only by its goals but also by high tension. Polissya’s Krasnichi received two yellow cards, resulting in his dismissal. Additionally, two penalties were awarded during the game:

• One for Obolon’s handball by Chernenko, which Polissya converted;
• Another for Polissya’s handball by Sarapiy, which Obolyn failed to capitalize on initially.

Notably, Tretiakov’s first penalty attempt was disallowed due to an encroachment violation by a teammate entering the box too early.

With this win, Polissya climbed to 49 points, regaining third place in the UPL standings. Obolon, meanwhile, remained stuck in 11th position, dangerously close to the relegation zone.

This match was part of a thrilling round, which also saw Kyiv’s Dynamo beat Kryvbas in a record-breaking 6-5 thriller-the highest-scoring game in Ukrainian championship history.

For Polissya, this victory represents a crucial step in their push for a top-tier finish, boosting team morale. In contrast, Obolon’s defeat leaves them in a precarious spot, needing urgent improvements to avoid a desperate fight for survival in the league.

In light of this recent victory, it's essential to reflect on Polissya's journey leading up to this match. As they faced Obolon, many expected a competitive encounter, with bookmakers identifying a clear favorite. To understand how this clash unfolded and what factors contributed to Polissya's success, check out our detailed preview of the match against Obolon before the game.