Shakhtar vs LNZ - 3:0. Ukrainian Championship, 11th round. Match review, statistics

On 21 October, one of the matches of the 11th round of the Ukrainian Football Championship took place. Shakhtar Donetsk and LNZ Cherkasy met.

Шахтер - ЛНЗ - 3:0. Чемпионат Украины, 11-й тур. Обзор матча, статистика

Ukrainian Championship, 11th round

Shakhtar (Donetsk) - LNZ (Cherkassy ) - 3:0 ( 1:0)
Goals: Sikan (19), Kelsey (83), Kelsey (90)

Warnings: A. Bondarenko (34), Juhim Konoplya (78)

Shakhtar vs LNZ match review:

In a thrilling Premier League match played at Arena Lviv, Shakhtar Donetsk defeated Cherkasy LNZ 3-0. The home side dominated from start to finish, demonstrating their skill and teamwork throughout the match. In the first half, Shakhtar Donetsk took the lead as early as on 19 minutes, when D. Sikan beautifully crossed the ball into the net, leaving the LNZ Cherkasy goalkeeper no chance. This goal gave the necessary impetus to Shakhtar Donetsk, who continued to pressurise and control the game. However, not everything was smooth: on 34 minutes, the hosts received a yellow card for a foul on the opponent A. Bondarenko. This warning served as a reminder for Shakhtar to maintain discipline and concentration in an effort to increase their advantage. At the start of the second half, Shakhtar Donetsk made two quick substitutions on 58 minutes. Newerton replaced G. Sudakov, while D. Topalov took the field instead of I. Azarovi. The tactical changes brought fresh energy and new dynamics into the game, forcing Cherkasy to be alert. In the 69th minute Cherkasy also made the first substitution - S. Rybalka was replaced by V. Naumets. However, despite the substitution, Shakhtar Donetsk continued to dominate, controlling the midfield and thwarting possible attacks of the opponents.

Trying to turn the tide, Cherkasy LNZ made two more substitutions in the 70th minute, replacing O. Khoblenko with M. Pryadun, and in the 75th minute, S. Shestakov with D. Pryadun. Shestakov for D. Oliynyk. However, their efforts were in vain - Shakhtar Donetsk's defence remained adamant, giving no chance for LNZ Cherkasy to get back into the game. In the course of the game, Shakhtar Donetsk also made a substitution in the 76th minute - K. Kelsey replaced D. Sikan, who scored a goal. This substitution proved useful for Shakhtar Donetsk: Kelsey added to the score just seven minutes later, in the 83rd minute. The goal proved Shakhtar's attacking prowess and ability to capitalise on their opportunities. In the 86th minute, when the match was nearing its end, Shakhtar Donetsk made two more substitutions. Т. Stepanenko replaced Y. Nazarina, while D. Kryskiv took the field in place of Eguinaldo. These substitutions allowed the hosts to maintain their advantage and dictate the game. In the final minutes of the match, Shakhtar Donetsk further increased their advantage in the 90th minute. K.Kelsey once again demonstrated his scoring prowess, finishing the game in spectacular fashion. The final whistle sounded and Shakhtar Donetsk became the deserved winners with an impressive 3-0 victory over Cherkasy LNZ. The team's exceptional performance throughout the match, combined with effective substitutions, consolidated their position at the top of the Premier League standings. Shakhtar Donetsk's deserved victory will undoubtedly boost the morale of the team, which will continue to fight in the championship.

The following matches await the opponents in the next round: Chornomorets - Shakhtar, LNZ - Obolon.

Statistics of the match Shakhtar vs LNZ: