Shakhtar Donetsk vs Panathinaikos: Europa League Qualifier Preview – 14 August 2025
In this eagerly anticipated showdown between Shakhtar Donetsk vs Panathinaikos, we see a thrilling clash set to light up the Europa League qualifying stage. Whether you’re looking for match insights, live updates, or tactical breakdowns, this comprehensive preview has it all—blending **analytical depth**, **expert predictions**, and **real-time updates**, ensuring you’re fully informed.
Live Score – 14 August 2025
Shakhtar Donetsk vs Panathinaikos History
These teams have clashed only once recently, with their previous encounter ending in a goalless draw :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
According to FotMob, Shakhtar has 0 wins, Panathinaikos 0 wins, and 1 draw Odds & Betting Perspective
Major bookmakers rate Shakhtar as clear favourites:
- Ladbrokes: Home 8/11 (~57.9%), Draw 27/10, Away 18/5
- Moneyline: Shakhtar 1.70, Draw 3.75, Panathinaikos 4.80; Over/Under and BTTS odds also suggest disciplined play Correct score tip: 2-0 for Shakhtar at 7.50Prediction model gives: Win Shakhtar 56%, Draw 25%, Away 20%
Lineup Insights
Shakhtar (probable 4-2-3-1): Riznyk – Bondar, Tobias, Matviyenko, Pedro Henrique – Gomes, Ocheretko – Nevertón, Sudakov, Santana – Kauan Elias
Panathinaikos (4-3-3): Dragowski – Touba, Palmer-Brown, Kotsiras, Kyriakopoulos – Maksimovic, Chirivella, Djuricic – Pellistri, Bakasetas (or Ioannidis) Our Pick & Prediction
Multiple expert sources lean toward a Shakhtar win:
- Sports Mole predicts a 2-1 win for Shakhtar on aggregate Forebet expects a solid home performance SportsKeeda notes the 0-0 first-leg draw and highlights Shakhtar’s scoring intent
Expert pick: Shakhtar Donetsk to win (2-0), aligning with most odds and analysis models.
FAQs: Shakhtar Donetsk vs Panathinaikos
- When and where is the match?
- The match is on 14 August 2025 at 18:00 UTC, held at the Henryk Reymana Stadium in Krakow, Poland
- What is the current live score?
- Live score updates will be shown here during the match.
- What is the H2H record?
- Only one recent meeting, ending 0-0—no wins for either side
- Who is favored to win?
- Shakhtar Donetsk are favorites (~57–60% implied probability].
- Predicted scoreline?
- Common predictions: 2-0 for Shakhtar (odds ~7.50)