Shakhtar Donetsk vs Porto predictions for Tuesday’s Champions League affair at Volksparkstadion, Hamburg. Shakhtar Donetsk and Porto will clash for the first match of their Champions League Group H campaign. Can Donetsk secure a win in their temporary home in Germany on Tuesday? Read on for our free betting tips and predictions.
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Shakhtar Donetsk vs FC Porto Predictions
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European Giants Lock Horns in a Tactical Battle
Key Stats
– FC Porto boast an unbeaten streak in their current Primeira Liga season.
– Porto have scored a staggering seven goals in their recent two away European matches against Bayer Leverkusen and Club Brugge.
Shakhtar Donetsk’s European home performances have raised eyebrows for the wrong reasons lately. Their winless streak extends to eight games in the Champions League group stage. This is a concerning statistic, especially considering the heavy blows they’ve suffered at the hands of teams like Real Madrid, RB Leipzig, and Borussia Monchengladbach.
Their previous encounters with Porto haven’t been fruitful either. Despite four meetings, Shakhtar haven’t tasted victory against the Portuguese side. However, a decade has passed since their last face-off, possibly offering a fresh slate for both teams.
Porto’s Early Flourish
Starting the Primeira Liga season without a loss, Porto are looking formidable. The Dragons are currently basking in the glory of a three-match away victory streak. This form suggests they’re well-prepared for European challenges.
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However, FC Porto’s defence, led by Sergio Conceicao, has been a bit porous. They’ve managed just a single clean sheet in their last six games, a stat that Shakhtar might be keen to exploit. On the brighter side, Porto’s last Champions League campaign saw them storm into the knockout stages, only to be nudged out by Inter Milan.
Their European prowess was evident in their recent outings against Bayer Leverkusen and Club Brugge, netting seven goals across two matches. It’s clear: Porto will be entering the game with confidence, though Shakhtar’s attack may have the potential to breach Porto’s defences.
Key Players in the Spotlight
For FC Porto, their domestic league sees defenders Iván Marcano and Pepe, both with ratings over 7.3, indicating a strong defensive backbone. Their top goal threat lies with Toni Martínez and Iván Marcano, each netting twice this season.
Data-Driven Predictions
1. Both Teams to Score Given Porto’s attacking prowess and Shakhtar’s home vulnerabilities, goals could flow at both ends. Porto’s shaky defence, with just one clean sheet in six, provides Shakhtar, averaging 1.3 goals in the Champions League, a glimmer of hope.
2. Correct Score: 2-1 to FC Porto Drawing upon Shakhtar’s European struggles and Porto’s superior form, a 2-1 victory for the visitors seems plausible. Porto have been scoring an average of 1.6 goals in the domestic league, while Shakhtar have conceded an average of 2.8 goals.
3. Goalscorer Prediction: Toni Martínez Toni Martínez has been in good form for Porto, with two goals in the Liga Portugal this season. Given Shakhtar’s defensive woes and Porto’s prolificacy in front of goal, Martínez emerges as a likely candidate to leave his mark.
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