Polissya Zhytomyr earned a valuable 1-0 away victory over Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih in the Ukrainian Premier League on September 14, 2025. A solitary goal decided this tightly contested match at the Metalurh Stadium. The only goal came in the second half, with Polissya Zhytomyr capitalizing on a defensive mistake to score what proved to be the winner. Kryvbas applied pressure in search of an equalizer but found the Polissya defense organized and resilient, securing a clean sheet and all three points. This away win was crucial for Polissya's aspirations to climb the table, while for Kryvbas it was a frustrating home defeat. The Polissya manager praised his team's defensive discipline and game management, while the Kryvbas coach lamented his side's inability to convert possession into clear chances.