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Shakhtar Donetsk hosts Champions League matches at Stamford Bridge

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 6:40 AM

Last updated Oct 14, 2026

Shakhtar Donetsk hosts Champions League matches at Stamford Bridge
Summary

Shakhtar Donetsk will play its home Champions League matches at Stamford Bridge this season, starting with AEK Athens on Wednesday. This relocation follows the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, which has forced the club to find new venues across Europe since 2014. Many fans from the Ukrainian community in the UK are coming together to support their team, reflecting a shared sense of resilience and hope amid difficult circumstances. Shakhtar's leaders are aiming for a turnout of approximately 30,000 fans for these games as they navigate the challenges posed by the war in Ukraine.

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By the Numbers
  • •Shakhtar plays Champions League home games at Stamford Bridge.
  • •Fans can purchase a four-game pass for the season.
  • •Club officials expect around 30,000 supporters per game.
  • •The Ukrainian community in the UK is rallying behind Shakhtar.
  • •The conflict has forced Shakhtar to relocate its games frequently.
Latest Updates
  • 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — How Ukrainians are uniting behind Shakhtar in London
  • 6:37 AMBBC Sport — How Ukrainians are uniting behind Shakhtar in London
What they're saying
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Shakhtar Donetsk will be playing Champions League home games at Stamford Bridge this season. It is a scenario nobody wants ideally, but the UK's Ukrainian community is making the best of a difficult situation.

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Shakhtar Donetsk will be playing Champions League home games at Stamford Bridge this season. It is a scenario nobody wants ideally, but the UK's Ukrainian community is making the best of a difficult situation.

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