Match Details
The match between Shakhtar Donetsk and Antwerp is scheduled to take place on November 28, 2023, at the Volksparkstadion. It is a UEFA Champions League Group H – Matchday 5 fixture. The odds for this match are as follows: Local Winner – 2.04, Draw – 3.80, Away Winner – 3.80.
Head-to-Head Comparison
These two teams have faced each other once before in the UEFA Champions League group stage on April 10, 2023. In that match, Antwerp lost to Shakhtar Donetsk with a score of 3-2.
Team Form: Shakhtar Donetsk
Shakhtar Donetsk has had mixed results in their recent matches across all competitions. In their last six matches, they have won three games, lost two games, and drawn one game. They have scored a total of seven goals while conceding six goals during this period.
In the UEFA Champions League Group H standings, Shakhtar Donetsk currently sits in third place with six points from four matches played. They have won two matches and lost two matches so far in the competition. Their goal difference stands at -1.
In their most recent match against Polessya in the Premier League, Shakhtar Donetsk ended with a goalless draw.
Team Form: Antwerp
Antwerp has had a challenging run of form recently, especially in away matches. Out of their last six away games across all competitions, they have won three games and lost two games while drawing one game. They have scored an impressive total of fifteen goals but also conceded eight goals during this period.
In the UEFA Champions League Group H standings, Antwerp currently sits at the bottom of the table with zero points from four matches played so far. They are yet to secure a victory in the competition, having lost all four matches. Their goal difference stands at -11.
In their most recent match against St. Truiden in the Jupiler Pro League, Antwerp ended with a 1-1 draw.
Key Players
For Shakhtar Donetsk, Lassina Chamste Soudine Franck Traoré has been in good form recently, scoring two goals in three matches. On the defensive end, null null has also been impressive with three goals scored from eleven appearances.
Antwerp’s key player to watch out for is Vincent Janssen, who has netted nine goals in twenty-two matches this season. In defense, Toby Albertine Maurits Alderweireld has contributed both offensively and defensively with one goal and one assist from twenty appearances.
Statistical Insights
Shakhtar Donetsk has shown some inconsistency in their recent performances but have managed to score six goals in four UEFA Champions League matches. However, they have also conceded seven goals during this period.
On the other hand, Antwerp’s away form has been strong with fifteen goals scored in six matches. However, their defensive record of conceding eight goals raises concerns about their ability to keep a clean sheet against Shakhtar Donetsk.
Prediction: Shakhtar Donetsk 2 – 1 Antwerp
Based on the analysis of both teams’ recent form and performance statistics, it is predicted that Shakhtar Donetsk will come out on top with a narrow victory over Antwerp.
