Metalist 1925 Kharkiv and Kryvbas played to a goalless 0-0 draw in their Ukrainian Premier League fixture on February 21, 2026. The match was a tense, tactical affair with both teams prioritizing defensive solidarity over attacking flair, resulting in a stalemate with few clear-cut chances. Both goalkeepers were largely untested, with the midfield battle dominating the proceedings. The single point earned from this draw would have been more valuable to one team than the other, depending on their respective league positions and ambitions, but it did little to boost either side's momentum in the season run-in.