Shakhtar Donetsk defeated Belgian Antwerp 1-0 in the fifth round of the Champions League group stage today to secure their qualification for the spring part of this season's European competitions.
"Shakhtar Antwerpen - 1:0At the moment, the Pitmen are in third place in Group H and will not drop below this line, as Antwerp, who are fourth, are nine points behind the Donetsk team a round before the group stage ends. This means that Shakhtar have already guaranteed themselves a place in the Europa League play-offs.
At the same time, Shakhtar also retain their chances of qualifying for the Champions League play-offs. But everything depends on how Barcelona and Porto play today in round 5, as well as on the result of the final round match between Porto and Shakhtar.
Current standings in Champions League Group H:
1. "Barcelona" - 9 points (4 matches)
2. "Porto - 9 (4)
3. "Shakhtar" - 9 (5)
4. "Antwerp - 0 (5)
