Igor Tsyganik: "I don't see any trump cards for Shakhtar that would help them in the match against Porto"

Famous Ukrainian TV presenter Igor Tsyganik shared his prediction for the Champions League group stage matchday 1 between Shakhtar Donetsk and Portuguese Porto, which will take place today in Hamburg.

- It will be very difficult for Shakhtar. I do not see stability in their game yet, there is no rhythm from match to match. Victories are difficult for Patrick van Leeuwen's team, even the last one, against Obolon, in the majority.

Unfortunately, I don't see any trump cards for the Pitmen that would help them beat Porto today. The Portuguese have a well-played team, they are undefeated in their own league, they practice very combinative football, they know how to put pressure on their opponents through the flanks.

Of course, Shakhtar must give a fight - this is the first game of the group stage, a meeting at the luxurious stadium in Hamburg. I think that the Pitmen will score a goal, but will concede more in return. Therefore, I will bet on an exchange of goals and Porto's victory," said Tsyganik.

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