UEFA Champions League· Kick-off : Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 17:45 (UK time)
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. On the correct score, 1-1 comes out on top (12.5%), followed by 1-0 (10.3%) and 0-1 (9.2%).
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%.
In short : Slovan Bratislava and Shakhtar Donetsk meet in a wide-open clash with no clear favourite (draw at 26%). In the table, Slovan Bratislava (35th, 0 pts) host Shakhtar Donetsk (18th, 1 pts). Our model's most likely scoreline: 1-1.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
Most likely correct scores
Scores shown as Slovan Bratislava – Shakhtar Donetsk. 1-1 is the single most likely scoreline (12.5%); the 5 scores below add up to 48% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.
| Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| Slovan Bratislava 1-1 Shakhtar Donetsk | 12.5% |
| Slovan Bratislava 1-0 Shakhtar Donetsk | 10.3% |
| Slovan Bratislava 0-1 Shakhtar Donetsk | 9.2% |
| Slovan Bratislava 2-1 Shakhtar Donetsk | 8.6% |
| Slovan Bratislava 1-2 Shakhtar Donetsk | 7.6% |
Goals: both teams to score, over/under
With 1.37 expected goals for Slovan Bratislava and 1.22 for Shakhtar Donetsk, "over 2.5 goals" is rated at 48% and "both teams to score" at 53%. Slovan Bratislava keep a clean sheet in 30% of scenarios, Shakhtar Donetsk in 25%.
| Probability | |
|---|---|
| Slovan Bratislava expected goals | 1.37 |
| Shakhtar Donetsk expected goals | 1.22 |
| Both teams to score | 53% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 73% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 48% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 26% |
| Slovan Bratislava clean sheet | 30% |
| Shakhtar Donetsk clean sheet | 25% |
Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Slovan Bratislava
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2026 | Paris Saint Germain · UEFA Champions League | 1-6 | L |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Dunajska Streda · Super Liga | 0-2 | L |
| Sep 2, 2026 | Slovan Nitra-Chrenová · Cup | 8-0 | W |
| Aug 30, 2026 | Zemplín Michalovce · Super Liga | 1-2 | L |
| Aug 26, 2026 | Celje · UEFA Champions League | 2-1 | W |
Shakhtar Donetsk
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | Vilkhivtsi · Cup | 3-0 | W |
| Sep 14, 2026 | Chornomorets · Premier League | 2-0 | W |
| Sep 10, 2026 | PSV Eindhoven · UEFA Champions League | 1-1 | D |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Karpaty · Premier League | 2-1 | W |
| Aug 29, 2026 | Polessya · Premier League | 0-2 | L |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slovan Bratislava | 35 | 0 | 1 |
| Shakhtar Donetsk | 18 | 1 | 1 |
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.
What is the most likely correct score for Slovan Bratislava vs Shakhtar Donetsk?
1-1 (12.5%), followed by 1-0 (10.3%), 0-1 (9.2%), 2-1 (8.6%) and 1-2 (7.6%).
Will both teams score in Slovan Bratislava vs Shakhtar Donetsk?
The probability that both Slovan Bratislava and Shakhtar Donetsk score is 53%. Slovan Bratislava have a 30% chance of keeping a clean sheet, Shakhtar Donetsk 25%.
How many goals should we expect in Slovan Bratislava vs Shakhtar Donetsk?
The model expects 2.59 goals (1.37 for Slovan Bratislava, 1.22 for Shakhtar Donetsk). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 73%, over 2.5 goals 48%, over 3.5 goals 26%.
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).
How is the Slovan Bratislava vs Shakhtar Donetsk prediction calculated?
The model estimates each team's expected goals (1.37 for Slovan Bratislava, 1.22 for Shakhtar Donetsk) from recent form, xG and standings, then applies a Poisson distribution: every possible score gets a probability, from which the 1X2, correct score, both teams to score and total goals are derived. Every figure is calculated, none is made up.
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