PSV vs Shakhtar Donetsk Preview
- Competition: UEFA Champions League
- Date: Wednesday, November 27
- Kick-off Time: 8:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Philips Stadion, Netherlands
The UEFA Champions League action returns for the Matchday five proceedings as Eredivisie leaders PSV Eindhoven hosts Shakhtar Donetsk at Philips Stadion on Wednesday night.
The Boeren have found their form late opening with a 3-1 loss to Juventus and two straight draws against Sporting CP and PSG. PSV claimed a 4-0 victory boosting their confidence for the remaining set of fixtures. Meanwhile, Shakhtar Donetsk have endured a similar form in the competition with a single defeat, and two draws, they managed to register their first victory over Young Boys courtesy of a 2-0 scoreline.
The hosts are sitting in 24th place on the Champions League points table with five points in the opening four games. In contrast, the visitors trailing behind at the 28th spot recording just four points in this campaign. Both sides will look to secure an important win to increase their chances of at least booking an indirect Play-off spot to remain in the contention for the next round of the competition.
PSV Eindhoven Team News
PSV will again be without their ace striker Luuk de Jong, who was absent from the squad that played FC Groningen on the weekend due to a muscle injury. Jerdy Schouten and Joey Veerman are the other two to remain on the sidelines and US International full-back Sergino Dest is also doubtful for the home fixture.
Shakhtar Donetsk Team News
On the other hand, Shakhtar Donetsk boss Marino Pusic will the pleased that his squad doesn’t face any injury scare ahead of their midweek trip to the Netherlands. However, it is expected to some key changes in the first eleven which was used by the Ukrainian side in their recent league outing against Ingulets on Saturday.
PSV Eindhoven vs Shakhtar Donetsk Predicted Lineups
PSV Eindhoven Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Benitez
Defenders: Karsdorp, Flamingo, Boscagli, Dams
Midfielders: Til, Mauro Jr, Tillman
Forward: Bakayoko, Pepi, Lang
Shakhtar Donetsk Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Riznyk
Defenders: Konoplya, Bondar, Matviienko, Pedrinho
Midfielders: Bondarenko, Kryskiv, Sudakov
Forward: Zubkov, Eguinaldo, Kevin
PSV Eindhoven vs Shakhtar Donetsk Head-to-Head Record
PSV Eindhoven and Shakhtar Donetsk have never played officially against each other before. This will be marked as the first-ever meeting between these two European sides.
Key Players to Watch in PSV Eindhoven vs Shakhtar Donetsk
Ricardo Pepi (PSV Eindhoven)
The 21 year old has had an impressving outing in the Dutuch top flight scoring four goals and an assist that includes an outstanding hattrick in 5-0 league triumph over Groningen. Now, in the absence of Luuk de Jong, United States International is expected to lead the attack again as the number nine in the Champions League and cement his spot with yet another sublime performence in front of goal.
Artem Bondarenko (Shakhtar Donetsk)
The 24 year old attacking midfielder, Artem Bondarenko has found the net eight times and assisted twice in 13 league appearences this term. He has also scored a hattrick in league in 5-2 win against Karpaty Lviv and has been on the scoresheet in previous four matches in a row. Despite, playing in midfield off the ball movement, advance positioning and eye for goals makes him a key player for Donetsk.
PSV Eindhoven vs Shakhtar Donetsk Prediction
Both the team are walking into this fixture following a win in their domestic campaign, PSV thrashed FC Groningen 5-0 at home while Shakhtar also hammered Ingulets Petrove 6-0 in their home match in the Ukrainian Premier League. Both the teams will be fully confident for the meeting, however, the visitors have been vulnerable in away games and PSV are superiro to their counterparts while playing at home. Therefore, the Dutuch club should be winning the tie with convincing 3-0 scoreline.
Predicted Score: PSV Eindhoven 3-0 Shakhtar Donetsk
Where to Watch PSV Eindhoven vs Shakhtar Donetsk Live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| USA | Paramount+ |
| UK | TNT Sports |
| India | SonyLIV |
| Netherlands | Ziggo Sport |
| Ukraine | Megogo |
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FAQs
Q. When is PSV Eindhoven vs Shakhtar Donetsk?
A. PSV Eindhoven will play Shakhtar Donetsk at Philips stadium on Wednesday.
Q. Where to watch PSV Eindhoven vs Shakhtar Donetsk live?
A. PSV Eindhoven vs Shakhtar Donetsk game will be live on Paramount+ (USA), TNT Sports (UK), Sony Liv (India), Ziggo Sport (Netherlands) & Megogo (Ukraine)
Q. What is the predicted score for PSV Eindhoven vs Shakhtar Donetsk?
A. The predicted score for PSV Eindhoven vs Shakhtar Donetsk is 3-0 win to PSV.
Q. What is the head to head results for PSV Eindhoven vs Shakhtar Donetsk?
A. These two teams have never played against each other in any compeition.