Bologna vs Shakhtar Donetsk Prediction & Picks - Champions League
by Tyler Doty | in Champions League Picks
Heading for Italy for a moment in history. Long a mid-table Serie A side, Bologna will be competing in the Champions League after an exceptional season. 22 years on from an Intertoto Cup appearance, the Italian club is preparing to contest its first-ever Champions League. The reception of Shakthar Donetsk promises to be noisy and full of emotion from kick-off, as we witness a moment in history.Limited Offer. Currently at FanDuel
Bologna vs Shakhtar Donetsk Form
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| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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11
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1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
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11
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1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Bologna and Shakhtar Donetsk Latest Matches
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 14, 2024 - Serie A
Aug 31, 2024 - Serie A
Aug 25, 2024 - Serie A
Aug 18, 2024 - Serie A
Aug 10, 2024 - Clubs Friendlies
Aug 3, 2024 - Clubs Friendlies
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 14, 2024 - Premier League
Aug 24, 2024 - Premier League
Aug 18, 2024 - Premier League
Aug 11, 2024 - Premier League
Aug 4, 2024 - Premier League
Jul 27, 2024 - Clubs Friendlies
Bologna - Shakhtar Donetsk: Form Analysis
Unfortunately, the group coached by Vincenzo Italiano is not enjoying any exceptional momentum ahead of kick-off. No wins since the start of the season, and just three points from a possible twelve. The loss of Thiago Motta as head coach has taken its toll on the team. Frustrated by two 1-1 draws at home, the Rossoblu are hoping to turn things around at the best moment of the season!
Despite two slip-ups, the Ukrainians' start to the 2024-2025 financial year is better than that of their evening opponents. Marino Pusic's men have won three of their last five league games, including a spectacular 4-3 defeat by Oleksandrya on their most recent trip. Back on the winning track on Friday evening (5-2), the orange and blacks have completed the ideal preparation for their return to the most prestigious of competitions.
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Bologna against Shakhtar Donetsk Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Missing players
L. Ferguson
O. El Azzouzi
N. Cambiaghi
Bologna & Shakhtar Donetsk Squad Analysis
The loss of Motta as a technician, followed by the departures of Calafiori, Zirkzee and Saelemaekers, did not help the home side. What's more, the team's recruitment is not necessarily up to C1 standards. After several good seasons in Ligue 1, Dallinga has yet to find the net in 360 minutes of play, which is problematic for the Italian outfit. It's up to players like Pobega, Odgaard, Freuler and Casale to show their partners the way, so that they can achieve their first positive result in official competition since August.
Bondarenko / Pedrinho. These are the Moles' main threats ahead of the European showdown. The former scored a hat-trick at the start of last weekend, while the latter has two goals in 5 official matches. Offensively, today's visitors are ready for battle. However, Riznyk will need to motivate his rearguard (Bondar, Franjic), as conceding five goals in 180 minutes is not a good thing in soccer.
Bologna - Shakhtar Donetsk Key Points
- Bologna haven't lost at home since April 1st.
- Bologna have conceded at least 1 goal in their last 4 home games.
- Shakhtar Donetsk have won 2 of their last 3 away games.
- Shakhtar Donetsk have scored an average of 3 goals during this period.
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Our Bologna vs Shakhtar Donetsk Prediction
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