After getting crushed in London with 5:1, Shakhtar Donetsk has to get at least a point here today, if they want to remain undisturbed on the 2nd spot, and even have a shot for the first spot.
Shakhtar already beat Braga, and Partizan, while Arsenal beat every single team in the group. However their statistics in Ukraine is quite disappointing: 4 games, 3 losses 1 draw, 0 wins.
The last time they were here against Shakhtar back in 2000, they lost with 3:0. Arsenal will not be able to get out with their optimal squad, and will be missing the following players: Fabregas, Arshavin, Almunia, Van Persie, Song , Diaby, which will affect Arsenal’s performance for sure.
Shakhtar will count on their striker, the former Arsenal player Eduardo, who scored the only goal in London last game.
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Here are some more interesting facts about both teams:
* Shakhtar are unbeaten at home against English sides with two wins and one draw against them.
* The Gunners have now gone 13 Champions League games on the road without a clean sheet.
* Marouane Chamakh has scored eight goals in his last nine Champions League appearances and in the last six in a row.
* Arsenal have scored more goals (14) after three Champions League Group matches than any other team, the record after four games is Man Utd with 16 in 1998-99.
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Shakhtar Donetsk to win @ 2.75 (Odds available only in Bet365 – Claim 100% Initial Bonus): If Arsenal had its starters I would back them up, but with so many missing players, and the horrible statistics I think Shakhtar will take advantage of the situation and get the 3 points here.
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