Zhytomyr Women 5–0 FK Ladomir Women: Dominant Display Keeps Zhytomyr in Title Hunt

Zhytomyr Women produced a devastating attacking performance to thrash FK Ladomir Women 5–0 in the Ukrainian Women’s Professional Football League on 26 July 2026. The result underlined Zhytomyr’s credentials as genuine title contenders.

Match Overview

From the first minute, Zhytomyr dominated possession and created a string of chances. Their high‑press forced Ladomir into repeated errors, and by half‑time the scoreline already reflected the gulf in quality. The second half continued in the same vein, with Zhytomyr adding further goals before coasting to victory.

Key Moments

• 8' – Zhytomyr open the scoring: A through ball splits the defence, and the striker finishes calmly.
• 22' – Zhytomyr double the lead: A powerful header from a corner.
• 35' – Zhytomyr make it 3–0: A weak backpass is intercepted and slotted home.
• 52' – Fourth goal for Zhytomyr: A long‑range strike curls into the top corner.
• 78' – Fifth goal completes the rout: A fast break ends with a low cross and a tap‑in.

Tactical Story

Zhytomyr’s 4‑2‑3‑1 formation allowed them to overwhelm Ladomir’s midfield. The two defensive midfielders won every second ball, while the attacking quartet interchanged positions fluidly. Ladomir attempted to sit deep, but Zhytomyr’s patience and movement eventually created gaps that were ruthlessly exploited.

Standout Players

The Zhytomyr number 10 was unstoppable, scoring twice and assisting once. The left‑back also shone, providing two assists and overlapping constantly. For Ladomir, the goalkeeper made several saves but could do little to prevent the onslaught.

Impact on the Season

The win kept Zhytomyr in second place, just two points behind the league leaders with games in hand. Ladomir remained in the bottom half, now facing a battle to avoid relegation.