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Preview: Borussia Dortmund vs. Shakhtar Donetsk – prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday’s Champions League clash between Borussia Dortmund and Shakhtar Donetsk, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.

Borussia Dortmund will hope to qualify automatically for the Champions League round of 16 when they welcome Shakhtar Donetsk to Signal Iduna Park on Wednesday.

Dortmund are 14th with 12 points and have qualified for the playoffs at minimum despite their 2-1 loss against Bologna on January 21, whereas their opponents are in 27th place with seven points and have a slim chance of qualifying for the round of 16 playoffs.

Match preview

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BVB’s defeat against Bologna – a match in which they only produced 0.2 xG and surrendered their one-goal lead when they conceded twice between the 71st and 72nd minutes – proved to be Nuri Sahin‘s final game as boss.

Dortmund are six places and one point from the final automatic qualification spot for the round of 16, but while they need results to go their way in the upcoming final matchweek, they do have better goal difference than the six teams above them.

Only Barcelona have scored more than BVB’s 19 goals in the Champions League, though they have conceded five goals in their last two games in Europe and have shipped 13 in their past five matches in all competitions.

Caretaker manager Mike Tullberg took charge of the side on Saturday against Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga, overseeing a spirited 2-2 draw after his team were reduced to 10 men in the 21st minute when the score was 0-0.

Tullberg’s team are in dire form having lost four and drawn one of their five most recent outings, while winning one, drawing three and succumbing to defeat in their prior five.

The hosts are winless in their last five fixtures at home – drawing three and losing two – but it should be noted that their 3-2 defeat against Barcelona on December 11 was their only loss at Signal Iduna Park in their past 14 at home in the Champions League.

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Shakhtar Donetsk managed to beat Brest 2-0 in the Champions League on January 22, creating four big chances while facing none themselves.

The Miners are currently three points from 24th-placed Stuttgart, who occupy the final round of 16 playoff spot, and are in fact also three points from 21st-placed Benfica.

Head coach Marino Pusic will be concerned that his team conceded eight goals in the two European games prior to their victory against Brest, and they have only created 13 big chances in seven matches – the 24th-best record in the Champions League.

Shakhtar have been beaten in five, held to a stalemate in one and triumphed in just two of their last eight outings in the tournament, and they have also been defeated in three of their six most recent matches in all competitions.

The visitors’ record on the road has been poor in the past weeks considering they have lost three of their last four away from home and have lost eight of their last 12 away fixtures in the Champions League.

Borussia Dortmund Champions League form:

Borussia Dortmund form (all competitions):

Shakhtar Donetsk Champions League form:

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Team News

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Dortmund’s injury list is relatively small, but they will have to find solutions for the absences of midfielder Felix Nmecha and centre-back Niklas Sule.

Expect Nico Schlotterbeck to start in central defence alongside Waldemar Anton, and the duo could play behind defensive midfielder Emre Can.

Though Karim Adeyemi has been linked with moves away from the club, he is likely to appear in a front three with Serhou Guirassy and Jamie Bynoe-Gittens.

As for Shakhtar, they could start a similar XI on Wednesday to the side that beat Brest, so perhaps Valeriy Bondar and Mykola Matviyenko will partner each other in the heart of defence.

Marlon Gomes and Georgiy Sudakov are likely to be positioned as number eights to support defensive midfielder Dmytro Kryskiv.

Lassina Traore may have the opportunity to lead the line on Tuesday given attacker Eguinaldo is not scheduled to be available until the middle of February.

Borussia Dortmund possible starting lineup:
Kobel; Gross, Anton, Schlotterbeck, Ryerson; Beier, Can, Sabitzer; Adeyemi, Guirassy, Bynoe-Gittens

Shakhtar Donetsk possible starting lineup:
Riznyk; Tobias, Bondar, Matviyenko, Azarovi; Gomes, Kryskiv, Sudakov; Pedrinho, Traore, Kevin

We say: Borussia Dortmund 1-1 Shakhtar Donetsk

With Dortmund’s future uncertain following the dismissal of Sahin, they may not play to their full potential on Wednesday.

Additionally, Shakhtar are likely to pose a significant challenge to BVB given they have to win, and it is difficult to see the hosts coming through their clash unscathed considering they are low on confidence.

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Borussia Dortmund will be facing Shakhtar Donetsk in the upcoming Champions League match. Both teams are looking to secure a spot in the knockout stages, and this game will be crucial for their chances.

Team News:
Borussia Dortmund will be without their star striker Erling Haaland, who is out with an injury. However, they still have a strong squad with players like Marco Reus and Jude Bellingham leading the attack.

Shakhtar Donetsk will be missing several key players due to injuries and suspensions. However, they have shown that they can compete with top teams in the past and will be looking to cause an upset in this match.

Prediction:
Despite missing Haaland, Borussia Dortmund have enough quality in their squad to come out on top in this match. They will be playing at home and will have the support of their fans, which could give them the edge over Shakhtar Donetsk.

Lineups:
Borussia Dortmund: Burki, Meunier, Akanji, Hummels, Guerreiro, Bellingham, Witsel, Dahoud, Reyna, Reus, Hazard

Shakhtar Donetsk: Trubin, Dodo, Kryvtsov, Matviyenko, Marquinhos Cipriano, Marcos Antonio, Maycon, Tete, Solomon, Traore, Moraes

It promises to be an exciting match between two talented teams, and fans can expect to see plenty of goals and action on the pitch. Be sure to tune in to see who comes out on top in this crucial Champions League clash.

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January 29, 2025
Match Preview: Tullberg’s Troops to Host Shakhtar Donetsk at Home
Barely have we recovered from BVB’s most recent implosion against Werder Bremen before it’s once again time to sit ourselves in front of the screen for another 90 minutes of exciting attacking football. Gregor Kobel mentioned in the press conference for this game, that the squad needs a success. While it seem kinda obvious, it’s true nonetheless. This team really need to win some football matches and convince themselves that they’re good enough to be one of Germany’s and Europe’s biggest teams. Tomorrow they’re facing a team that has a lot of experience in the Champions League, namely Shakhtar Donetsk from Ukraine. Although Shakhtar is a well known name around the European continent, they haven’t exactly been at their best in recent years. Currently they’re sitting 3rd in the Ukrainian division with 10 full points behind Dynamo Kiev in 1st.

If you need a good reason to watch this game, just know that Shakhtar have been playing at the Veltins Arena in Germany as their makeshift stadium because of… You know. That should be reason enough to get some people in here fired up!

Player to Watch: Salih Özcan?

We all know that I know absolutely nothing about the current Shakhtar Donetsk squad. Instead, I want to focus on Dortmund’s first and probably also last “transfer” of this winter window (Kehl, what the f*ck is happening?). Good ol’ Salih Özcan has returned from the Wolfsburg bench, and honestly, I think it’s a fine move that suits all parties. With Nmecha out injured, Dortmund are in desperate need of someone who can occupy the number six position. And while Özcan never really delivered in black and yellow, he was still a fine servant, although with some fluctuations in terms of his performances. I wouldn’t be surprised to see Özcan thrown right into the mix tomorrow. He know the team, and he knows the position. Let’s make the best of it.

Photo by Hendrik Deckers/Borussia Dortmund via Getty Images

Predicted Starting XI

Süle is out and Nmecha is out. That about does it for the absences. Tullberg has plethora of different options to choose from tomorrow, and we can’t really know who he favors until the starting XI is officially out. I don’t expect too much to change, which is also reflected in my prediction below.

Source: https://www.buildlineup.com/

Honestly, at this point, it’s anybody’s game at Borussia Dortmund. Players like Reyna and Duranville have even been on trial in the starting XI in recent weeks, but all logic tells me that Tullberg won’t take too many chances, as the team are in desperate need of a win.

Score Prediction

I think that Dortmund played a fine game against Bremen on the weekend—and that was with ten men on the field. It’s really hard to say how much of the success can be attributed to Mike Tullberg working with the squad for 3 days, but at least there was something. Are my hopes high? Absolutely not. Do I think we will win? Yeah, kinda.

Match Preview: Tullberg’s Troops to Host Shakhtar Donetsk at Home

Excitement is building as Tullberg’s Troops prepare to host Shakhtar Donetsk at their home ground in what promises to be an intense and thrilling match. Both teams have been in impressive form in recent weeks, making this a highly anticipated showdown.

Tullberg’s Troops have been on a winning streak, with their attacking prowess and solid defense proving to be a formidable combination. Led by their star striker, the team has been scoring goals for fun and will be looking to continue their winning ways against Shakhtar Donetsk.

On the other hand, Shakhtar Donetsk is a team known for their technical ability and quick counterattacks. They will be looking to exploit any weaknesses in the Tullberg’s Troops defense and secure a crucial away victory.

With both teams in top form, this match promises to be a thrilling and closely contested affair. Fans can expect end-to-end action, skillful play, and plenty of goals as these two teams battle it out for supremacy on the field.

So, mark your calendars and make sure to tune in to see Tullberg’s Troops take on Shakhtar Donetsk in what is sure to be a match to remember. Let the games begin!

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January 29, 2025
Shakhtar Donetsk vs Brest Prediction and Betting Tips
Shakhtar Donetsk will square off with Brest at Veltins-Arena in their penultimate league phase match of the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday. The visitors have four wins in six games and are in seventh place in the standings with 13 points. Shakhtar have lost four games and are in 27th place.

Hirnyky will play their first competitive game of the year. They concluded 2024 on a two-game losing streak, including a 5-1 loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League before losing 1-0 to Polissya in the Ukrainian Premier League.

Les Pirates suffered a 2-0 loss to Angers in their first match of the year in Ligue 1 but have bounced back well, recording three consecutive wins. They played Rennes in Ligue 1 last week and recorded a 2-1 away win. Hugo Magnetti scored in the first half and Ludovic Ajorque doubled their lead after the break.

They hosted PSV in their previous Champions League outing and recorded a 1-0 win, keeping their second clean sheet of the campaign. They were rescued by VAR, as they had a penalty overturned in the second half.

Shakhtar Donetsk vs Brest Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- The two teams will meet for the first time and this will be the visitors’ first meeting against a Ukrainian team.
- Shakhtar have a decent record against French teams in European competitions, recording nine wins in 21 games while suffering six losses.
- Shakhtar Donetsk have won just one of their last seven games in the Champions League while suffering five losses. They have conceded 18 goals during that period.
- Brest have seen conclusive results in their last 15 games across all competitions with nine wins and six losses. Interestingly, five of these losses were registered in away games.
- Only five teams have scored fewer goals than Shakhtar (5) in the Champions League this season.
Shakhtar Donetsk vs Brest Prediction

Hirnyky have won just one of their last five games in all competitions while suffering three losses. They have lost their last two games in the Champions League, conceding eight goals, and will look to improve upon that record. They have won just two of their last 10 meetings against Ligue 1 teams.

Pedro Henrique is the only confirmed absentee for Shakhtar as he continues to serve a suspension from a red card against PSV in November.

Les Pirates have won six of their last seven games in all competitions and will look to build on that form. They have won their last three games, with all of those ending in 2-1 scorelines. They have enjoyed a good debut season and a win here will boost their chances of qualifying directly for the round of 16.

They have a lengthy absentee list as Jordan Amavi, Soumaila Coulibaly, Romain Faivre, Massadio Haidara, Pierre Lees-Melou Forec, Bradley Locko, Jonas Martin, and Ibrahim Salah are injured. Julien Le Cardinal is also nursing an injury but is suspended for this match anyway.

Brest have enjoyed a good run of form this year and should be able to eke out a narrow win.

Prediction: Shakhtar Donetsk 1-2 Brest

Shakhtar Donetsk vs Brest Betting Tips

Tip 1: Result – Brest to win

Tip 2: Goals – Over/Under 2.5 Goals – Over 2.5 goals

Tip 3: At least one goal to be scored in the second half – Yes

Tip 4: Both teams to score – Yes