Match Summary
Veres Rivne and Shakhtar Donetsk drew 1:1. The match was played in Premier League 2023. Goals were scored by M. Matviienko 45′, Y. Shevchenko 62′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Veres Rivne had 49% possession while Shakhtar Donetsk held 51%. Veres Rivne had 12 shots (6 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for Shakhtar Donetsk. Veres Rivne made 5 substitutions, Shakhtar Donetsk made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Veres Rivne and Shakhtar Donetsk — 2 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Marusych
Match Statistics
Veres Rivne had 49% possession against Shakhtar Donetsk's 51%. Veres Rivne registered 12 shots (6 on target) while Shakhtar Donetsk managed 14 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 12–15.
Lineups
Veres Rivne lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under S. Lavrynenko, while Shakhtar Donetsk deployed a 4-4-2 under P. van Leeuwen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Veres Rivne is 6.74, compared to 6.97 for Shakhtar Donetsk. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Veres Rivne's highest-rated starter is S. Vovchenko (6.98), while Shakhtar Donetsk's best-rated player is M. Matviienko (7.23).
Defensive Solidity
Veres Rivne deploy 4 defenders rated 6.98 on average, against Shakhtar Donetsk's 3-man backline averaging 7.23. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Veres Rivne field 5 midfielders averaging 6.50, versus Shakhtar Donetsk's 4 rated 6.94. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Veres Rivne start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Shakhtar Donetsk averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Veres Rivne and 90% for Shakhtar Donetsk. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Veres Rivne's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Shakhtar Donetsk. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Veres Rivne's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: S. Vovchenko (26), oldest: V. Kucherov (32)), while Shakhtar Donetsk average 26.7 (youngest: A. Bondarenko (25), oldest: M. Matviienko (29)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Veres Rivne's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 18 for Shakhtar Donetsk. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Veres Rivne have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Shakhtar Donetsk show 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Veres Rivne and Shakhtar Donetsk have met 2 times — Veres Rivne won 0, Shakhtar Donetsk won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Shakhtar Donetsk leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (0 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026