Oleh Kohut from Ternopil will take charge of the Ukrainian Premier League 2025/2026 season opener between "Metalist 1925" and "Obolon" next Monday. The match kicks off at 18:00 on August 4 at the Central Stadium in Zhytomyr.
"Having an experienced referee for the first match of the season sets the right tone for the campaign," – football experts note about the appointment.
Kohut has been assigned to what promises to be an intriguing first-round fixture as both teams look to start their campaigns on a positive note. The Ternopil official brings plenty of experience to the fixture.
Fans looking to catch all the action can tune in to the UPL.TV channel, which will broadcast the match live through the MEGOGO platform. Can't watch the full game? No problem. All key moments will also be available in real-time via the Sport.ua Telegram channel.
By the way, the decision to hold the match in Zhytomyr rather than at either team's home venue adds another interesting dimension to this season opener. Neither side will enjoy a true home advantage.
Will "Metalist 1925" or "Obolon" claim the first three points of the new season? We'll find out on Monday evening.
