Georgia vs Ukraine
Georgia and Ukraine settle for stalemate
Neither side could find a breakthrough in a goalless draw.
In a tightly contested UEFA Nations League match, Georgia and Ukraine played out a 0-0 draw with neither team managing to score. The result defied Fipster's medium-confidence prediction of a 2-1 home win, leaving both sides to share the spoils in a match that lacked the expected goals.
Fipster’s pre-match call
Predicted
2-1 Georgia win
Actual
0–0
Outcome probability
Georgia and Ukraine face off in a League B fixture where both teams will be eager to improve their standings. Georgia aim to bounce back after a tough start, while Ukraine look to continue their positive momentum.
Match factors
No confirmed injuries for either team
Both Georgia and Ukraine have full squads available, no confirmed outs affecting lineups
Ukraine's strong recent away form
Ukraine won their last away match 1-0 with a clean sheet and goal from D. Sikan
Georgia struggling offensively at home
Georgia failed to score in their only recent home match and have no top scorers listed
Ukraine's midfield creativity vs Georgia's defense
H. Sudakov's assist and O. Ocheretko's defensive work suggest midfield control advantage for Ukraine
The context
In this League B round 2 match, Georgia have yet to find their footing with a loss in their opening game, conceding once without reply. Ukraine, on the other hand, come into this fixture on the back of a solid away win, having kept a clean sheet and scored the decisive goal. Historically, these sides have met twice, with Ukraine winning once and the other match ending in a draw.
Key insights
- D
D. Sikan
Ukraine
Scored the winning goal in Ukraine's recent away match, proving to be a key offensive threat.
UEFA Nations League 26/271 goal in last away match in this competition.
- H
H. Sudakov
Ukraine
Creative force in midfield with an assist and 50 passes in the last match, driving Ukraine's attack.
UEFA Nations League 26/271 assist and 50 passes in last match in this competition.
- G
G. Mamardashvili
Georgia
Key defensive figure with a high rating despite Georgia's loss, likely to face pressure from Ukraine's attack.
UEFA Nations League 26/277.45 rating in last home match in this competition.
- O
O. Ocheretko
Ukraine
Strong defensive midfielder with 6 tackles and good passing, crucial for breaking opposition attacks.
UEFA Nations League 26/276 tackles and 42 passes in last match in this competition.
Analysis
Ukraine's recent away form has been impressive, highlighted by a 1-0 victory featuring a winning goal from D. Sikan, who has been a key offensive figure. Midfield creativity from H. Sudakov, who provided an assist and completed 50 passes in the last match, contrasts with Georgia's struggles to score at home, having failed to find the net in their only recent home fixture. Georgia's goalkeeper G. Mamardashvili has shown resilience despite the team's difficulties, while Ukraine's O. Ocheretko offers defensive solidity in midfield. The tactical battle in midfield could be pivotal, with Ukraine's creative and defensive midfielders aiming to control the game.
Key facts
- 1.Georgia have played 1 match in this competition (0W 0D 1L, 0GF 1GA).
- 2.Ukraine have played 1 match in this competition (1W 0D 0L, 1GF 0GA).
- 3.In 2 head-to-head meetings, Georgia have won 0, Ukraine have won 1, with 1 draw.
- 4.Georgia failed to score in their only recent home match in this competition.
- 5.Ukraine kept a clean sheet in their last away win in this competition.
- 6.D. Sikan scored the winning goal in Ukraine's recent away fixture.
- 7.H. Sudakov provided an assist and completed 50 passes in Ukraine's last match.
- 8.G. Mamardashvili had a high rating despite Georgia's loss in their last home match.
Prediction
The prediction leans towards a home win for Georgia with a 2-1 scoreline. This outcome aligns with the highest aggregate probability and the most likely full-time score. While Ukraine's form and midfield strength pose a threat, Georgia are expected to edge this contest in a closely fought encounter.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Georgia
Away — Ukraine
The verdict
Expect a competitive match with both teams pushing hard, but Georgia's home advantage and ability to capitalise on key moments should see them through to a narrow victory. Fans can anticipate a lively game with a few goals and some tactical intrigue.
Prediction generated 25 Sep 2026, 20:48 UTC · Fipster Model v1.162
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
FIFA world ranking
Vanat
Yellow Card
Ponomarenko
Pikhalyonok
Vanat
Sikan
Yellow Card
Goglichidze
Yellow Card
Khlan
Mikautadze
Kiteishvili
Chakvetadze
Bondar
Yellow Card
Zubkov
Mekvabishvili
Yellow Card
Ocheretko
Yellow Card
Kochorashvili
Match Statistics
Georgia
5-3-2Starting XI
- 1G. MamardashviliG
- 2O. KakabadzeD
- 3L. DvaliD
- 4L. LochoshviliD
- 5S. GoglichidzeD
- 6G. KochorashviliM
- 7K. KvaratskheliaF
- 8O. KiteishviliM
- 10G. ChakvetadzeM
- 19G. TsitaishviliD
- 22G. MikautadzeF
Substitutes
- 9Z. DavitashviliF
- 11B. ZivzivadzeF
- 12S. LobzhanidzeF
- 13D. KereselidzeG
- 14A. MekvabishviliM
- 15G. MamageishviliM
- 16S. KharebashviliD
- 17G. KvernadzeF
- 18I. YegoianM
- 20S. SazonovD
- 21J. TabidzeD
- 23L. GugeshashviliG
Ukraine
3-5-2Starting XI
- 2B. MykhailichenkoM
- 3E. SarapiyD
- 4T. MykhavkoD
- 5V. BondarD
- 8M. PonomarenkoF
- 11V. VanatF
- 12A. TrubinG
- 17O. PikhalyonokM
- 19E. NazarynaM
- 20O. ZubkovM
- 21M. KhlanM
Substitutes
- 1H. ErmakovG
- 6V. BrazhkoM
- 7A. YarmolenkoM
- 9R. YaremchukF
- 10M. ShaparenkoM
- 13I. ZabarnyiD
- 14D. SikanF
- 15V. TsygankovF
- 16V. VeletenM
- 18O. OcheretkoM
- 22M. MatvienkoD
- 23D. RiznykG
Georgia
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. Tsitaishvili | D | 90 | 7.5 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1/2 |
| L. Lochoshvili | D | 90 | 7.1 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1/2 |
| G. Chakvetadze | M | 73 | 7.0 | — | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| G. Mamardashvili | G | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| L. Dvali | D | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| K. Kvaratskhelia | F | 90 | 6.8 | — | — | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2/4 |
| G. Kochorashvili | M | 92 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| G. Kvernadze | F | 23 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| Z. Davitashvili | F | 17 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| O. Kakabadze | D | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/3 |
| A. Mekvabishvili | M | 17 | 6.4 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| S. Goglichidze | D | 90 | 6.3 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | — |
| O. Kiteishvili | M | 73 | 6.2 | — | — | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0/3 |
| G. Mikautadze | F | 67 | 6.1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1/1 |
| L. Gugeshashvili | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| S. Lobzhanidze | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| J. Tabidze | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| S. Sazonov | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| G. Mamageishvili | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| I. Yegoian | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| D. Kereselidze | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| S. Kharebashvili | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| B. Zivzivadze | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Ukraine
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Trubin | G | 90 | 8.4 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| E. Sarapiy | D | 90 | 7.2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| B. Mykhailichenko | M | 90 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/2 |
| T. Mykhavko | D | 90 | 7.1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| O. Ocheretko | M | 44 | 7.0 | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | 1/2 |
| E. Nazaryna | M | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| O. Pikhalyonok | M | 46 | 6.8 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — |
| V. Bondar | D | 90 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — |
| V. Tsygankov | F | 11 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| O. Zubkov | M | 79 | 6.6 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 2/2 |
| R. Yaremchuk | F | 44 | 6.5 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — |
| M. Shaparenko | M | 25 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/2 |
| M. Khlan | M | 65 | 6.4 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/2 |
| M. Ponomarenko | F | 46 | 6.4 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| V. Vanat | F | 46 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| D. Sikan | F | 44 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| V. Veleten | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| I. Zabarnyi | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| V. Brazhko | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Yarmolenko | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| D. Riznyk | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| M. Matvienko | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| H. Ermakov | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Prediction Q&A
- Who did Fipster predict to win Georgia vs Ukraine?
- Fipster's AI model predicted Georgia to win against Ukraine.
- What score did Fipster predict for Georgia vs Ukraine?
- Fipster predicted a final score of Georgia 2–1 Ukraine.
- What were the win probabilities for Georgia vs Ukraine?
- Fipster's model gave Georgia a 46% chance of winning, Ukraine a 27% chance, and a 27% chance of a draw.
- How confident was Fipster in this prediction?
- Fipster's model assigned this prediction 46% confidence — a medium-confidence call.