Krivbass vs Dnipro Kiev: preview
We present the predictions for the encounter between Krivbass and Dnipro Kiev in the 11th round of the Ukrainian Premier League 2026/27. In the upcoming UPL match, teams that have recently changed coaches will face each other. "Krivbass" is ready to continue its unbeaten run under Aleksandr Petrov. "Dnipro" needs to recover after the fiasco in the cup.
Key moments
Krivbass
1. "Krivbass" changed coach and stopped losing
At the end of last week, the residents of Krivoy Rog reported a coaching change. Patrick Van Leuven left the club and was replaced by Aleksandr Petrov. Given the team's performances, its final table position, and the change in management, the decision can be understood. The Ukrainian specialist, since the first matches, demonstrates that "Krivbass" made the right decision. In their UPL debut, they won 0-0 away against Bukovyna. And during the week, they reached the semi‑final of the Ukrainian Cup: 1-1 and a 3-2 penalty shoot‑out win over Zarya.
2. New coach – new tactics
Under Aleksandr Petrov, the owners switched to a game with three central defenders. The coach prefers long passes from defense to attack. During his time with the Ukrainian national team, his football was called "petroból". In Krivoy Rog, from the first matches he showed he had no intention of changing his style. Petrov has already decided on the base, making only two substitutions in the cup compared to the UPL match. In the game against Zarya, Sheikon Satchwell was not in the starting XI due to injury, and Aleksandr Kamenky was on the bench, but due to Giovani Herbert’s injury, he entered the field in the first half. Now the midfield is expected from the first minute, and in attack the coach will choose between Asan Sek and Kiprian Kahve.
3. Krivbass has problems in attack
In recent years, the residents of Krivoy Rog have been one of the most "funny" teams in the UPL: they scored a lot, but also conceded even more. This season, they practically lost all their offensive potential. The leaders from last year left, and the new players do not meet expectations. "Krivbass" is at the bottom of the UPL, scoring on average fewer goals per match. The management decided to salvage the season by changing the coach. Will it work? The question. The goal against Zarya broke the owners’ goalless streak, with 297 minutes: in the UPL the team had not scored since September 5.
Dnipro Kiev
1. "Dnipro" needs to recover after the cup failure
Macey Kenzerek led two matches as the head of the Kiev side, with different results in play and final score. In the league, they comfortably beat Kudrivka – 3-1, missing many chances. Andrey Yarmolenko could have set a scoring record and cemented it. Then there was the cup match against Shakhtar: play was level until minute 30, Taras Mykhavko was sent off, after which the Kiev side had no chance. Ultimately, a crushing defeat against a lower‑tier rival – 0-3. In the UPL, "Dnipro" sits fourth with 19 points, 6 points behind the leaders.
2. Injuries and suspensions
The Kiev side’s core is not empty. Denys Popov, Konstantin Vycharenko, Bohdan Redushko and Vitaliy Buialsky are injured. In the cup match against the miners, Alexey Sych was injured. If necessary, his starting substitute could be Aleksandr Tymchik. Additionally, after the cup match, Taras Mykhavko, Alyu Tyare and Eduardo Guerrero were suspended. They will not be able to help their teammates in the next game. As for the justice, only the Ukrainian is the main player of the team; he must be replaced by Kristian Bilovar at the start. Andrey Yarmolenko can also be expected: he did not play during the week, rested, and is ready for the match.
3. "Dnipro" consistently defeats the residents of Krivoy Rog
If we look at recent history, the teams have played eight matches against each other, and in all of Dnipro’s games they were stronger. The matches from the last season were especially notable – 4-0 and 6-5 in favour of the Kiev side. Now both teams are not in top form. But still, the individual and team level of the visitors is superior. Moreover, the motivation to recover after the cup disaster, in general, a good defensive game and two extra days of rest to their advantage.
Approximate lineups
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Khmynin 16, Borches 3, Mpanzu 4, Vilivald 6, Pidgurysky 22, Machado 21, Kamenky 17, Nawi 8, Shevchenko 18, Lin 14, Sek 1, Bouchan 18, Tymchik 94, Kenzerek 40, Bilovar 44, Dubinchak 6, Bragchko 91, Mykhailenko 7, Yarmolenko 10, Shaparenko 9, Voloshin 11, Ponomanek 12.
Betting predictions
In four of the last five matches of "Dnipro" and "Krivbass" three or more goals were scored. Bet: TB3 – at 1.72.
"Dnipro" beats "Krivbass" by two or more goals in five of the last eight matches. Bet: F2(-1.5) at 1.96.
Prediction
Krivbass vs Dnipro Kiev 02.11.2026 15:00
The teams meet, practically at the same time, changing coaches. Aleksandr Petrov’s arrival influenced the owners’ play. For the first time this season they did not lose in the UPL in the last round and then managed to reach the semi‑final of the Cup. Unlike the predecessor, the Ukrainian specialist is not known for developing talent, but knows how to win results. Not all coaches are world champions, but in his collection there is that title. "Dnipro" played two different matches under Macey Kenzerek. In the first meeting, they dominated the lower‑class rival. In the second, before the sending off, they looked good against a more skilled opponent, and only in the minority did they collapse. In the next game, we expect the Kiev side’s success. Despite injuries and suspensions, they have a reserve of higher‑quality players. The owners have increased defense, but rapid progress in attack cannot be expected. The visitors, thanks to the individual talent of Ponomanek, Yarmolenko and Shaparenko, will create opportunities and can realise them. Prediction: 0-2
