Shakhtar Donetsk vs Veres Rivne Prediction 27 February 2026
🔊 In the upcoming match, Shakhtar host Veres, with both teams experiencing different phases of form. Shakhtar boast an impressive unbeaten run in their last ten matches, showcasing high scoring and solid defense. Meanwhile, Veres struggle with consistency, securing only three wins over the same period. This encounter could prove to be another challenge for the visitors.
Head-to-Head
The last official clash between these teams took place on 17 August 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 0-2. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (home team - Veres):
- possession: 34% vs 66%;
- corner kicks: 1 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 0 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Shakhtar Donetsk and Veres:
- played 14 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 12, for the away team - 0, draws - 2;
- number of goals - 31 against 5;
- average total in the 1st half - 0.86, in the 2nd half - 1.71;
- average total goals in the match - 2.57.
Head-to-head statistics Shakhtar Donetsk - Veres Rivne

Shakhtar Donetsk Team Overview
The team last played an official match on in the Premier League, with Shakhtar as the home side and Karpaty Lviv as the visitors. The match ended in a 3-0 victory.
Here are the game statistics (Shakhtar vs Karpaty Lviv):
- possession percentage: 66% vs 34%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 2;
- fouls: 8 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 5 vs 1.
Shakhtar continue their impressive run this season, holding the second spot in the league standings. The team has been particularly effective on home turf, where matches have featured over 3.5 goals six times in a row. The Miners average 2.65 goals per game while conceding just 0.71, highlighting their strong attack and solid defense. In their last five outings, they remain unbeaten, underscoring their excellent current form.
Match Results: Shakhtar Donetsk

Veres Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the Premier League (home team - Veres, visitors - Poltava). The match ended with a scoreline of 3-2.
Here are the match statistics (Veres vs Poltava):
- possession: 49% vs 51%;
- corners: 5 vs 7;
- fouls: 8 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 7 vs 4.
Veres are currently sitting ninth in the standings and struggling to pick up points on the road. They average just one goal per game while conceding 1.19 goals per match. In their last ten outings, the team has managed only three wins and frequently drops points against stronger opposition.
Match Results: Veres
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 14;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 4; for visitors away - 0; number of draws - 3;
- Average first-half total: 0.86;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.71, while the visitors net 0.14.
First-Half Stats: Shakhtar Donetsk (home) vs Veres (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 7;
- wins: 5 (62.5%) vs 2 (28.57%);
- losses: 2 (25%) vs 3 (42.86%);
- draws: 1 (12.5%) vs 2 (28.57%);
- Average goals scored: 1.63 vs 1.29;
- Average goals conceded: 0.38 vs 0.86.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 5 vs 1;
- losses: 1 vs 4;
- draws: 4 vs 5;
- Average first-half total: 1 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.2) vs 1.3 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 1).
- Shakhtar Donetsk scored in the 1st half in last 5 home games (Premier League).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 14;
- home team wins - 12, away team wins - 0, draws - 2.
Statistics: Shakhtar Donetsk vs Veres
- matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 16;
- wins: 11 vs 5;
- win percentage: 65% vs 31%;
- losses: 1 vs 5;
- draws: 5 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 7 vs 3;
- losses: 0 vs 2;
- draws: 3 vs 5.
- Veres won with a +1.5 handicap in 8 of last 9 games (Premier League).
- Veres won with a +1.5 handicap in 6 of last 7 away games (Premier League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 2.21, the guests - 0.36;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.57;
- both teams scored: overall - 5; at the home team's field - 2.
Statistics: Shakhtar Donetsk vs Veres
- average total in the tournament: 3.35 vs 2.19;
- average total goals scored: 2.65 vs 1;
- average total in the 1st half: 1 vs 0.31;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1.65 vs 0.69;
- Shakhtar Donetsk: average total at home in the tournament - 3.13;
- Veres: average total away in the tournament - 1.14;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.9 (home - 3.17) vs 1.2 (away - 1.5).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Shakhtar Donetsk games (Premier League).
Prediction on corners
Shakhtar Donetsk: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.59; at home field - 7.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.2; at home field - 6.
Veres: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.75, away - 4.57;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.7; away - 4.5.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 14;
- both teams scored all-time - 5 times;
- on the home team’s field - 2 times.
Statistics: Shakhtar Donetsk vs Veres
- number of matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 16;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 6 vs 6;
- number of BTTS matches for Shakhtar Donetsk at home - 4 (50%);
- number of BTTS matches for Veres away - 3 (43%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 3 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Shakhtar Donetsk at home - 2 (33%);
- BTTS matches for Veres away - 3 (75%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:0 (17/134, 12.7%);
- Shakhtar Donetsk at home most often finish matches: 1:0 , 1:4 , 2:0 , 2:2 , 3:1 , 4:0 , 5:0 , 7:1 (1/8, 12.5%);
- Veres away most often play: 0:0 , 0:2 , 1:0 , 1:1 , 2:2 , 2:3 , 3:0 (1/7, 14.3%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
2:0 - 12.11% (odds 5.65)
1:0 - 10.53% (odds 6.65)
3:0 - 9.73% (odds 6.65)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current trends and team forms, an open game with plenty of scoring opportunities for both sides is expected. However, the hosts clearly have the edge due to their attacking prowess and solid home defense. The most likely outcome is over 3 goals total, given Shakhtar's recent run of home matches.