Metalist 1925 Kharkiv secured an impressive 3-1 away victory over Obolon Kyiv in the Ukrainian Premier League on December 13, 2025. The win at the Obolon Arena marked a significant turnaround for Metalist after their goalless draw with Veres, moving them into the top half of the table. Metalist started brightly, taking an early lead and adding a second before halftime to stun the home crowd. Obolon pulled a goal back after the break to set up a tense finale, but Metalist 1925 sealed the points with a late third goal on the counter-attack. The three-goal haul away from home demonstrated a newfound attacking verve for Metalist. For Obolon Kyiv, suffering a second heavy defeat in a row, the result raised serious concerns about their defensive frailties and their position in the league standings.