Shakhtar Donetsk
About Shakhtar Donetsk in Conference League 2025/26
Shakhtar Donetsk represents 🇺🇦 Ukraine in the Conference League 2025/26 season. Placed in Pot 1, they will face 6 opponents across the league phase - 1 from each pot (3 home, 3 away).
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📜 Shakhtar Donetsk History
Shakhtar Donetsk is Ukraine's most successful club in European competition. Originally from Donetsk, they have been displaced since 2014 due to the conflict in eastern Ukraine but continue to compete at the highest level.
Founded: 1936
🏟️ Arena Lviv
🏆 European Competition Record
Shakhtar won the UEFA Cup in 2009, beating Werder Bremen in the final. They have been regular Champions League participants and reached the quarter-finals in 2011.
⚔️ Potential Opponents
Shakhtar Donetsk will face 6 opponents in the league phase. In the Conference League format, pots are paired (Pot 1-2, Pot 3-4, Pot 5-6), and teams face 1 opponent from each pot.
Pot 1 Companions
These teams share Pot 1 with Shakhtar Donetsk:
🇺🇦 Ukraine Teams in UECL
Due to country protection rules, Shakhtar Donetsk can face a maximum of 2 opponents from Ukraine.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Has Shakhtar Donetsk won a European trophy?
Yes, Shakhtar won the UEFA Cup in 2009, beating Werder Bremen 2-1 in the final.
Why doesn't Shakhtar play in Donetsk?
Due to the armed conflict in eastern Ukraine since 2014, Shakhtar has been unable to play in Donetsk and has been playing home matches in other Ukrainian cities.
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