Shakhtar Donetsk vs Veres-Rivne: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Shakhtar D prepare to host Veres on February 27, 2026, with kick-off at 14:30, this UKRAINE: Premier League fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Shakhtar D, currently 2nd in the standings with 35 points from 16 games, are close to the leaders with only 3 points separating them. They've earned 19 points from 8 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 draws in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 20 goals scored. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Veres, sitting 9th with 21 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 9 points from 7 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Shakhtar D and Veres have favored Shakhtar D, with Veres claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-0). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Epitsentr Dunayivtsi, Shakhtar D recorded a 5-0 victory while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Fesyun, Henrique, Matvienko, Bondar, Tobias, Gomes, Kryskiv, Ocheretko, Newerton, Elias, Pedrinho. This shape emphasized attacking fluidity, with wide players providing constant threat in advanced positions.

Veres's last outing came against Poltava, where they secured a 3-2 victory using a 4-4-2 system. Their starting XI featured Gorokh, Smiyan, Goncharenko, Cipot, Stamoulis, Goncalves, Kharatin, Boyko, Sharay, Ndukve, Godya. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Looking ahead, Shakhtar D are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Shakhtar D and Veres are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Shakhtar D's fixtures have averaged 3.4 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 6 clean sheets. Veres's games average 2.2 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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