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Slovan Bratislava vs Shakhtar Donetsk prediction: correct score and AI tips

Match analysis

UEFA Champions League: the Slovan Bratislava vs Shakhtar Donetsk match is scheduled on Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at 17:45 (UK time). It is a tight call: 41% for Slovan Bratislava, 26% for the draw and 33% for Shakhtar Donetsk.

Over their last 5 matches, Slovan Bratislava have 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats, scoring 12 and conceding 11. Over their last 5 matches, Shakhtar Donetsk have 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat, scoring 8 and conceding 4. Shakhtar Donetsk therefore arrive in far better shape than Slovan Bratislava. On average Slovan Bratislava score 2.40 and concede 2.20 goals per game; Shakhtar Donetsk score 1.60 and concede 0.80. In the table, Slovan Bratislava sit 35th with 0 points from 1 games, Shakhtar Donetsk 18th with 1 points from 1. 17 places separate the two sides.

Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Slovan Bratislava and Shakhtar Donetsk: the prediction relies on each team's form and level. In double chance terms, "Slovan Bratislava or draw" stands at 67%, "Shakhtar Donetsk or draw" at 59% and "no draw" at 74%.

Outcome probabilities (1X2)

41%
Slovan Bratislava (Win)
26%
Draw
33%
Shakhtar Donetsk (Win)

Double chance

67%
Slovan Bratislava or draw
59%
Shakhtar Donetsk or draw
74%
No draw

Exact score and goal markets 🔒

The most likely exact score, the top 5 scorelines, expected goals and the both-teams-to-score and over/under probabilities are part of the full prediction. They will be published here as a review once the match is over.

Recent form

Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.

Slovan Bratislava

DateOpponentScore
Sep 9, 2026Paris Saint Germain · UEFA Champions League1-6L
Sep 5, 2026Dunajska Streda · Super Liga0-2L
Sep 2, 2026Slovan Nitra-Chrenová · Cup8-0W
Aug 30, 2026Zemplín Michalovce · Super Liga1-2L
Aug 26, 2026Celje · UEFA Champions League2-1W

Shakhtar Donetsk

DateOpponentScore
Sep 17, 2026Vilkhivtsi · Cup3-0W
Sep 14, 2026Chornomorets · Premier League2-0W
Sep 10, 2026PSV Eindhoven · UEFA Champions League1-1D
Sep 5, 2026Karpaty · Premier League2-1W
Aug 29, 2026Polessya · Premier League0-2L

Standings before the match

Pos.PointsPlayed
Slovan Bratislava3501
Shakhtar Donetsk1811

Head-to-head

Our data holds no recent head-to-head between Slovan Bratislava and Shakhtar Donetsk: the prediction relies on each team's form and level.

Out and doubtful

Slovan Bratislava

No absences reported.

Shakhtar Donetsk

No absences reported.

Most regular starters

Slovan Bratislava

Starts over the last 4 matches (official line-ups).

  • C. Blackman3/4
  • K. Bajric3/4
  • T. Barseghyan3/4
  • A. Sporar2/4
  • C. Martinez2/4
  • D. Matsuoka2/4
  • D. Takac2/4
  • K. Wimmer2/4
  • P. Pokorny2/4
  • R. Ibrahim2/4
  • S. Camara2/4

Shakhtar Donetsk

Starts over the last 4 matches (official line-ups).

  • D. Riznyk4/4
  • O. Ocheretko4/4
  • M. Matvienko3/4
  • Newerton3/4
  • Pedro Henrique3/4
  • V. Bondar3/4
  • A. Ghram2/4
  • G. Mendoza2/4
  • Luca Meirelles2/4
  • Marlon Gomes2/4
  • O. Karavaev2/4

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Slovan Bratislava vs Shakhtar Donetsk prediction?

Our AI gives Slovan Bratislava a 41% chance of winning, the draw 26% and Shakhtar Donetsk 33%. Slovan Bratislava are therefore slight favourites.

When and where is Slovan Bratislava vs Shakhtar Donetsk played?

Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at 17:45 (UK time), UEFA Champions League.

What form are Slovan Bratislava and Shakhtar Donetsk in?

Slovan Bratislava: 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (12 scored, 11 conceded). Shakhtar Donetsk: 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (8 scored, 4 conceded).

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