Conference League Semi-Final Second Leg
The second leg of the UEFA Conference League semi-final between English side Crystal Palace and Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk is set for May 7, 2026. The match will take place at Selhurst Park in London, with kickoff at 22:00 Kyiv time. In the first meeting, Crystal Palace secured a 3-1 victory.
Shakhtar's Starting Lineup
Shakhtar's expected starting eleven for the upcoming match is as follows:
- Riznyk
- Tobias
- Bondar
- Matviienko
- Pedro Henrique
- Pedrinho
- Gomes
- Ocheretko
- Alisson
- Elias
- Eguinaldo
In the first leg, striker Sarr opened the scoring within the first minute, while midfielder Ocheretko equalized early in the second half. However, midfielder Kamada restored the lead for the London side, and forward Larsen sealed the win with a third goal.
Live coverage of Crystal Palace vs Shakhtar will be available on the Megogo streaming service via the Megogo Football 1 channel. Beyond match previews, it is worth noting that Shakhtar midfielder Mykhailo Mudryk has received a four-year suspension. The decision was handed down by the English Football Association. Mudryk appealed the ruling to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Lausanne on February 26.
Additionally, Maksym Voronov has signed a new contract with Athletico Paranaense, running through the end of 2029. Voronov, aged 19, has yet to make his debut for Athletico Paranaense's first team. The May 7 fixture promises to be pivotal for both sides, given the outcome of the first match and recent developments within the squads.
The return leg is shaping up to be a decisive moment for Shakhtar if they hope to continue their Conference League title campaign. The loss of key player Mudryk due to a lengthy ban could significantly impact their performance. Crystal Palace, holding a lead on aggregate, will look to solidify their advantage, making this encounter tense and compelling for fans of both teams.
As the excitement builds for the upcoming clash, insights from Arda Turan regarding the significance of this semi-final match could provide valuable context for fans. His perspective on the challenges both teams face adds depth to the narrative surrounding the encounter. For a detailed look at Turan's comments ahead of this crucial fixture, check out our article on Turan's statements before the semi-final.