Shakhtar Donetsk
Alkmaar
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0.78
Expected Goals (xG)
0.49
Passing by
397 (89%)
Accurate passes
363 (85%)
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31
G
Dmytro Riznyk
7.3
d
Peter Henry
59′ Stumbled
22
d
Mykola Matviyenko (C)
7.9
5
d
Valery Bondar
7.9
17
d
Vinicius Tobias
7.2
27
m
Oleg Ocheretko
6.9
11
m
Newerton Palmares
6.9
14
m
Isaac
6.6
m
Alisson Santana
81′
83′
19
F
Kauã Elias
6.5
41
G
Jeroen Zoet
6.2
23
d
Billy van Duijl
6.5
d
Alexander Penetra
48′ Stumbled
3
d
Wouter goes
6.0
m
Months of Wit
64′ Stumbled
10
m
Sven Mijnans (C)
6.2
26
m
Kees Smith
6.3
2
m
Seiya Maikuma
6.9
11
F
Ibrahim Sadiq
6.6
9
F
Troy Parrott
6.5
7
F
Wesley Potato
6.5
Substitutes
45
F
Bendegúz Kovács
18
d
Ichihara laughs
33
m
Matej Šin
74
m
Kasper Boogaard
15
d
Mateo Chavez
4
d
Maxim Covers
31
G
Daniel Dean
12
G
Hobie Verhulst
F
Mexx Meerdink
74′ Replaced by T. ParrottF
Ayoub Oufkir
73′ Replaced by Wesley PatatiF
Ro-Zangelo Daal
55′ Replaced by I. Sadiqd
Elijah Dijkstra
46′ Replaced by S. Maikuma
UEFA Europa Conference League Classification – UEFA Conference League
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – League Conference (Play Off: Round of 16)
- Promotion – League Conference (Play Off: 1/16 final)
Shakhtar Donetsk cruised to a dominant 3-0 win over AZ Alkmaar, with Alisson’s quick-fire double sealing the UEFA Europa Conference League points.
Shakhtar Donetsk cruised to a dominant 3-0 win over AZ Alkmaar in their UEFA Europa Conference League opener. A late flurry of goals, including a quickfire brace from Alisson, sealed victory for the home side. The match was played at the Stadium Miejski im. Henryka Reymana on April 9, 2026.
Shakhtar entered the contest looking to make a strong statement in Europe. They aimed to build on their home form and gather the first crucial points. AZ Alkmaar, meanwhile, looked to upset the hosts and start their own continental challenge away from home.
The first half started with a cautious attitude from both teams. Shakhtar Donetsk dominated most of the possession, patiently circulating the ball in midfield. They probed for openings in AZ’s disciplined defense.
Despite their territorial control, clear scoring opportunities were few and far between for Shakhtar. AZ Alkmaar’s back line held firm, restricting the visitors to just a few speculative attempts from outside the box. The Dutch team showed good organization.
At the other end, AZ also created some promising moments. In the first 45 minutes they registered three shots on goal, testing the Xakhtar goalkeeper. However, his three crucial saves ensured the score remained level heading into the break.
The goalless first half presented a challenge to both coaching staffs. The tactical tweaks were expected to inject more urgency and creativity into the attacking phases. A breakthrough was desperately needed to spark the match.
The second period saw an increase in intensity and physicality. The referee issued yellow cards to AZ’s Penetra in the 48th minute and Xakhtar’s P. Henrique shortly after the hour mark. AZ’s M. de Wit was also booked in the 64th minute.
Shakhtar finally broke the deadlock in the 72nd minute. Pedrinho fired home after a smart move, slotting the ball past the AZ keeper. This first game electrified the stadium and shifted the momentum firmly in favor of Shakhtar.
The locals used their advantage and brought on the substitute Eguinaldo. He made an immediate impact, providing a crucial assist for Shakhtar’s second goal in the 81st minute. Alisson expertly guided the ball into the net to double the lead.
Alisson wasn’t done for the night. Just two minutes later, in the 83rd minute, he scored his second goal. He tucked away another chance with experience, completing a quick and decisive flurry of goals for Shakhtar Donetsk.
Shakhtar’s late dominance is reflected in the stats. They finished with 12 total shots, 6 on goal and an expected goals (xG) figure of 0.78. AZ Alkmaar managed 9 shots, 3 on target and an xG of 0.49, highlighting their struggle to find the net.
This comprehensive 3-0 win puts Shakhtar Donetsk at the top of their group standings. AZ Alkmaar will need to regroup quickly as they prepare for their next European challenge.
