Schachtar Donezk vs Sporting CP 11/03/2026 Soccer Prediction
Our soccer betting prediction for Schachtar Donezk vs Sporting CP focuses on a matchup where the visitors arrive with the stronger Champions League position, while Shakhtar have shown enough recent form to make this a competitive test. The teams meet Tuesday, November 3, at Stamford Bridge in London for Matchday 4 of the UEFA Champions League league phase. Shakhtar have four points and sit 16th; Sporting are 12th with six points. The listed kickoff is 12:45.
Sporting have scored seven goals through three league-phase games, an average of 2.33 per match, while Shakhtar have scored four, or 1.33 per game. Sporting have also taken 35 shots across those matches (11.7 per game), compared with Shakhtar’s 32 (10.7). Their ball-touch totals—1,976 for Sporting and 1,883 for Shakhtar—suggest a modest possession-volume edge for the Portuguese side, though touches are not the same as a possession percentage. Sporting’s stronger attacking output and unbeaten away record in this competition support an away-win lean. Shakhtar’s recent results, however, make both teams to score a reasonable angle, while the under offers a counterpoint given the cautious stakes.
Our 3 Betting Predictions for Schachtar Donezk vs Sporting CP
1. Sporting CP to Win — Tip 2 at -111
Sporting are the pick on the moneyline. They have six points from three Champions League matches, compared with Shakhtar’s four, and have won their only away game in the league phase so far. Shakhtar’s home record is also positive, so this is not a risk-free selection, but Sporting’s higher scoring rate and stronger shot volume give them the edge. The recommended away win is available at -111 from FanDuel Sportsbook.
2. Both Teams to Score — Yes at -161
Both teams to score is supported by the attacking numbers: Sporting have averaged more than two goals per Champions League match, and Shakhtar have scored in two of their first three league-phase games. Shakhtar’s latest result, a 3-0 win over Dynamo Kyiv, should also help their confidence in front of goal. Sporting have shown defensive vulnerability, including a recent 3-2 loss to LASK. The Yes price is -161 at FanDuel Sportsbook.
3. Under 2.5 Goals — +115
The under is a value-minded alternative for bettors expecting a tense, closely managed game. Shakhtar have conceded only three goals in their first three Champions League matches, and the neutral venue in London takes away the usual benefit of a home crowd. Sporting’s attack is the more productive unit, but Shakhtar may prioritize defensive structure against a side with more points and a higher table position. Under 2.5 goals is the suggested total at +115.
Team Statistics
Shakhtar Donetsk: Strong Recent Results, But a Tough European Assignment
Shakhtar have four points from three league-phase matches and rank 16th, with one win, one tie, and one loss. Their goal difference is +1, after scoring four and conceding three—averages of 1.33 scored and 1.00 allowed per game. Their Champions League home record is one win from one. Across their last five matches in all competitions, they have three wins, one tie, and one loss: a 60% win rate and 20% each for ties and losses. Their latest result was a 3-0 home win over Dynamo Kyiv. Coach Arda Turan will look to carry that momentum into a match at a neutral venue.
Sporting CP: Better League-Phase Position and Proven Away Form
Sporting have six points and sit 12th after three Champions League games, with two wins and one loss. They have scored seven and conceded four, averaging 2.33 goals scored and 1.33 allowed per match. Sporting have won their only away league-phase game. Their last five across competitions show three wins and two losses, a 60% win rate and 40% loss rate. They most recently beat Marítimo Funchal 2-1 at home. Rui Borges’ team has the stronger European scoring record, although the recent losses underline that its form is not entirely consistent.
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Key Player Statistics, Momentum and External Factors
Sporting striker Luis Suárez is a key threat: the supplied Champions League figures credit him with four goals in three appearances, making him a player Shakhtar must track closely. The team-level data also gives Sporting the edge in shots, 35 to 32, and duels won, 54.2% to Shakhtar’s 46.55%. Stamford Bridge is listed as the venue, with Shakhtar designated as the home team, so the matchup lacks a conventional home-field advantage for the Ukrainian club. The supplied information notes several Shakhtar absences, including midfielder Pedrinho and forward Eguinaldo, while Sporting’s injury concerns are described as lighter. Confirmed lineups and availability should be checked closer to kickoff.
Last Direct Match: Schachtar Donezk vs Sporting CP
The most recent direct meeting in the supplied information ended in a 1-0 home win for Sporting CP. That result gives the Portuguese side a recent head-to-head edge, but it was a narrow scoreline and does not guarantee the same outcome here.
Performance in the Last 5 Matches
Shakhtar: 3 wins, 1 tie, 1 loss. Sporting CP: 3 wins, 0 ties, 2 losses. Shakhtar’s most recent match was a 3-0 win over Dynamo Kyiv; Sporting’s was a 2-1 win over Marítimo Funchal.
Performance
Schachtar Donezk performance of the last 7 home matches
Sporting CP performance of the last 3 away matches
TrustnBet Predictions Summary
Our three picks are Sporting CP to win at -111, both teams to score at -161, and under 2.5 goals at +115. Sporting’s stronger league-phase position, higher scoring average, and away win support the moneyline selection. Shakhtar’s recent form and Sporting’s defensive inconsistencies make a goal from each side plausible, while Shakhtar’s relatively tight European defensive record and the neutral setting keep the under in play. These are estimates, not guarantees; compare soccer betting odds across sportsbooks such as BetMGM Sportsbook and FanDuel Sportsbook, and wager responsibly.
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Current Standing
| POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
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1
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Paris Saint-Germain FC
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9 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 5 | 9 |
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2
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Aston Villa
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9 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 3 | 9 |
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3
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Liverpool FC
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9 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 7 | 5 |
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4
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Real Madrid CF
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9 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 5 | 5 |
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5
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Real Betis Sevilla
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9 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
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6
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VfB Stuttgart
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7 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 5 |
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7
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Arsenal FC
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7 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 4 |
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8
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FC Barcelona
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6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 6 | 5 |
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9
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Como
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6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 5 | 5 |
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10
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Manchester City
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6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 4 |
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11
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FC Bruges
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6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
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12
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Sporting CP
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6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
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13
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Borussia Dortmund
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6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 |
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14
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FC Bayern München
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5 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 5 | 5 |
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15
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AS Roma
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4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
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16
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Schachtar Donezk
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4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
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17
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Atlético Madrid
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4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
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18
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PSV Eindhoven
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4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
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19
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Villarreal CF
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
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20
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Manchester United
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 6 | -1 |
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21
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Inter Milan
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 6 | -1 |
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22
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SSC Napoli
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 7 | -2 |
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23
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LASK
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 9 | -3 |
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24
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Galatasaray
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 9 | -3 |
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25
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Sabah FK
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 6 | -3 |
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26
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Feyenoord Rotterdam
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 8 | -4 |
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27
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RC Lens
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 7 | -4 |
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28
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FK Bodø/Glimt
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 9 | -5 |
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29
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AEK Athen
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 8 | -5 |
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30
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RB Leipzig
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3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 8 | -5 |
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31
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Fenerbahçe
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2 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 9 | -6 |
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32
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Slavia Praha
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1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | -3 |
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33
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Viking FK
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1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 9 | -4 |
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34
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Futebol Clube do Porto
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0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 6 | -4 |
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35
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Lille OSC
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0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 10 | -6 |
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36
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Slovan Bratislava
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0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 13 | -12 |
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