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Sports · Soccer · published 2026-10-15 · via The Athletic

Shakhtar Donetsk Find a Champions League Home at Stamford Bridge

Shakhtar Donetsk are staging their home Champions League fixtures at Stamford Bridge this season due to the war in Ukraine. Their first match there ended in a win on Wednesday.

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Shakhtar Donetsk will play their Champions League home matches at Stamford Bridge this season. The club made this arrangement because of the war in Ukraine, which has made hosting in their own country impossible.

Their opening game at that ground came on Wednesday and finished as a victory. It marked a successful first outing in the temporary setup.

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The move could offer Ukrainian supporters a chance to see Shakhtar play in a stable, accessible venue, perhaps providing a small sense of continuity amid disruption. It may also bring new spectators to Stamford Bridge, affecting matchday atmosphere and nearby businesses. For Shakhtar, playing Champions League home games away from home could influence team routines and fan connection. How lasting these effects prove to be is uncertain, and they may vary depending on attendance, results, and broader circumstances.

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