KHARKIV, Ukraine (Interstat) — Two undefeated sides in the Ukrainian Cup will clash Thursday when Metalist 1925 hosts FK Ahrobiznes Volochysk in a Round of 16 match.

Both teams have been perfect in the domestic cup competition this season. Metalist 1925 enters with a 3-0-0 record, while FK Ahrobiznes Volochysk is 2-0-0. The winner will advance to the quarterfinals.

The home side, Metalist 1925, is unbeaten across all competitions this season, posting a record of 3 wins and 3 draws. Their last match was a 3-2 defeat to Ukrainian Premier League powerhouse Shakhtar Donetsk on Oct. 6, snapping a five-match unbeaten streak to start the campaign.

FK Ahrobiznes Volochysk brings strong overall form into the contest, with a record of 7 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws. They are riding a two-game winning streak, most recently a 2-1 victory over Sumy on Saturday.

Despite Metalist 1925’s home advantage and unbeaten record, the Interstat game simulator projects an upset, forecasting a 1-0 victory for the visitors from Volochysk.

The match is scheduled for Oct. 30, 2025, at Metalist’s home ground in Kharkiv.