

Shakhtar Donetsk


Crystal Palace
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1.01
Expected Goals (xG)
2.11
-0.76
Prevented goals
-0.76
Passing by
469 (91%)
Accurate passes
158 (73%)
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Substitutes
59
M
Cardines river
55
M
Justin Devenny
19
M
Will Hughes
24
d
Salsa Borna
34
d
Chad Riad
17
d
Nathaniel Clyne
44
G
Walter Benitez
31
G
Remi Matthews
M
Jefferson Lerma
F
Brennan Johnson
F
Jørgen Strand Larsen
84′

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)
Crystal Palace cruised to an emphatic 3-1 win over Shakhtar Donetsk in the UEFA Europa Conference League, with Daichi Kamada’s goal and assist proving decisive in the second half.
Crystal Palace traveled to the Miejski im Stadium in Poland. Henryka Reymana on April 30 looking to make her mark in European competition. Both teams entered the match level on points, with everything to play for in this knockout stage clash.
The Eagles struck with impressive speed. Ismaïla Sarr fired past the Shakhtar defense in the first minute, catching the home side completely off guard. Palace’s early aggression set the tone for a dominant opening period.
Shakhtar responded with intensity despite the early setback. The home side controlled possession with 71 percent of the ball, testing Palace’s defense with 15 shots in total. However, the Palace keeper made crucial saves to keep the lead intact.
Oleg Ocheretko went close for Shakhtar in the 31st minute, earning a yellow card for his aggressive play. The Ukrainian team has advanced without stopping but has not found the breakthrough it needs.
Palace absorbed the pressure effectively. Midfielder Adam Wharton made three tackles, anchoring the midfield as Palace built dangerous counter-attacks. The disciplined away defense thwarted Shakhtar’s attacking moves.
The second half began with Palace extending their lead. Ocheretko scored in the 48th minute, leveling Shakhtar at 1-1 and sparking hope among the home fans. The momentum shifted dramatically.
The palace quickly restored control. Kamada scored in the 58th minute with a clinical finish, regaining the lead for the visitors. His performance was excellent throughout the match, earning a maximum score of 8.2.
Substitute Jørgen Strand Larsen sealed the game in the 84th minute, securing a comprehensive victory for Palace. The Norwegian striker made an immediate impact off the bench with his decisive finish.
Palace dominated the stats that mattered most. The Eagles recorded seven shots on target compared to Shakhtar’s one effort, while posting an expected goals ratio of 2.11 to 1.01. Palace’s clinical finishing proved the difference.
The result sends Palace into the next round with real momentum. Shakhtar’s dominance of possession could not overcome Palace’s superior finishing and defensive organization on the night.

