Ukrainian Cup
April 19, 202512:00 PM GMT-3
2024-25 Ukrainian Cup Proper - Semi-Finals - Semi-Final Game 2
NSC Olimpiyskiy | Velyka Vasylkivska St, 55, Kyiv, Ukraine, 02000
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Shakhtar Donetsk
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Home-Winner
Loser-Away
Half 1
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Half 2
4
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0
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Goals
Lassina Traore
Half 2 (88′)
Mykaylo Mudryk (2)
Half 2 (96′, 58′)
Newerton
Half 2 (68′)
Sergiy Petrov
Half 1 (40′)
Yellow cards
Kevin
Half 2 (48′)
Marlon Gomes
Half 1 (35′)
Mykola Matvienko
Half 1 (18′)
Jean Morel Poe
Half 1 (04′)
Oleksandr Romanchuk
Half 2 (66′)
Substitutions
Mykola Matvienko
Valeriy Bondar
Half 2
Pedriniho
Kaua Elias
Half 2
Irakli Azarovi
Viktor Korniyenko
Half 2
Bartol Franjic
Yevgen Markarenko
Half 2
Kevin
Newerton
Half 2
Maksym Lunyov
Daniel Sosah
Half 2
Endri Cekici
Oleh Kozhushko
Half 2
Jean Morel Poe
Yehor Tverdokhlib
Half 2
Yvan Dibango
Nathanael Saintini
Half 2
Yuriy Vakulko
Hrvoje Ilic
Half 2
4
Goals
1
4
Assists
1
3
Yellow cards
2
0
Red cards
0
0
Fouls
0
0
Corner kicks
0
0
Offsides
0
Starters
#1
Dmytro Riznyk
GK
Played
Starter
#3
Irakli Azarovi
LB
Played
Starter
#4
Marlon Gomes
CB
Played
Starter
#5
Mykola Matvienko
CB
Played
Starter
#2
Alaa Ghram
RB
Played
Starter
#12
Bartol Franjic
CDM
Played
Starter
#11
Georgiy Sudakov
CM
Played
Starter
#8
Mykaylo Mudryk
LW
(C)
Played
Starter
#10
Pedriniho
CAM
Played
Starter
#7
Kevin
LW
Played
Starter
#9
Lassina Traore
ST
Played
Starter
#1
Andriy Klischuk
GK
Played
Starter
#2
Bandiera
LB
Played
Starter
#4
Yvan Dibango
CB
Played
Starter
#5
Oleksandr Romanchuk
CB
(C)
Played
Starter
#3
Bakary Konate
RB
Played
Starter
#6
Endri Cekici
CDM
Played
Starter
#16
Maksym Lunyov
CM
Played
Starter
#11
Yuriy Vakulko
CAM
Played
Starter
#7
Ryan Kent
LW
Played
Starter
#9
Sergiy Petrov
ST
Played
Starter
#10
Jean Morel Poe
RW
Played
Starter
Substitutes
#20
Krylyo Fesyun
GK
#22
Viktor Korniyenko
LB
Played
#26
Valeriy Bondar
CB
Played
#30
Maryan Faryna
CB
#21
Yevgen Markarenko
CDM
Played
#42
Andriy Totovytskyi
CAM
#36
Dmytro Kryskiv
CM
#14
Newerton
RW
Played
#16
Kaua Elias
ST
Played
#36
Volodymyr Makhankov
GK
#13
Denys Kuzyk
LB
#15
Nathanael Saintini
CB
Played
#21
Oleh Kozhushko
CDM
Played
#24
Daniel Sosah
CM
Played
#8
Hrvoje Ilic
CAM
Played
#26
Arseniy Kilyevyi
ST
#34
Oleksiy Zbun
RW
#18
Yehor Tverdokhlib
LW
Played
Final
Shakhtar Donetsk secured their place in the 2025 Ukrainian Cup final after beating Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih 4-1. It was Kryvbas who dominated in the first half and even took the lead in the 40th minute thanks to Petrov and it was looking like they had the momentum. However, that goal was clearly a wake up call for Shakhtar as they came out in the second half looking like a completely different team. Thanks to two goals by Mudryk and goals from Newerton and Traore, Shakhtar won the game with confidence.
Final
Shakhtar Donetsk secured their place in the 2025 Ukrainian Cup final after beating Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih 4-1. It was Kryvbas who dominated in the first half and even took the lead in the 40th minute thanks to Petrov and it was looking like they had the momentum. However, that goal was clearly a wake up call for Shakhtar as they came out in the second half looking like a completely different team. Thanks to two goals by Mudryk and goals from Newerton and Traore, Shakhtar won the game with confidence.
We will see Shakhtar Donetsk in the final and we will see who they face tomorrow as Polissya and Oleksandryia play each other tomorrow in the other semi-final. Both sides can now focus on the league as Shakhtar have been knocked out of the UEFA Champions League and Kryvbas will want to fight for a European place. That's it for now, thanks for joining us and goodbye!
We will see Shakhtar Donetsk in the final and we will see who they face tomorrow as Polissya and Oleksandryia play each other tomorrow in the other semi-final. Both sides can now focus on the league as Shakhtar have been knocked out of the UEFA Champions League and Kryvbas will want to fight for a European place. That's it for now, thanks for joining us and goodbye!
FT: SHAKHTAR DONETSK 4-1 KRYVBAS KRYVYI RIH
FT: SHAKHTAR DONETSK 4-1 KRYVBAS KRYVYI RIH
99′
There was a chance for a consolation goal. Petrov receives the ball from Bandiera and he takes a shot which is a decent effort but Riznyk takes care of it.
99′
There was a chance for a consolation goal. Petrov receives the ball from Bandiera and he takes a shot which is a decent effort but Riznyk takes care of it.
98′
Well that's the goal which seals it. There's no way of coming back for Kryvbas. With so little time and their efforts in the second half simply not being good enough.
98′
Well that's the goal which seals it. There's no way of coming back for Kryvbas. With so little time and their efforts in the second half simply not being good enough.
96′
Mykaylo Mudryk
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GOALLLLLL ITS 4-1!!! That does it! Shakhtar have now all but confirmed their place in the Ukrainian Cup final. Ghram manages to beat two Kryvbas players down the wing and plays it to Mudryk who tests his luck from just outside of the box and it goes into the top right corner! What a strike and that's the one which 100% seals their place in the final!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Alaa Ghram
Shakhtar Donetsk
96′
Mykaylo Mudryk
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GOALLLLLL ITS 4-1!!! That does it! Shakhtar have now all but confirmed their place in the Ukrainian Cup final. Ghram manages to beat two Kryvbas players down the wing and plays it to Mudryk who tests his luck from just outside of the box and it goes into the top right corner! What a strike and that's the one which 100% seals their place in the final!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Alaa Ghram
Shakhtar Donetsk
92′
AND THEY ALMOST GOT BACK IN IT! Petrov takes a shot from range and Riznyk makes a diving save but he doesn't secure the ball and Kent rushes and manages to get a shot in but its blocked by Riznyk who picks it up.
92′
AND THEY ALMOST GOT BACK IN IT! Petrov takes a shot from range and Riznyk makes a diving save but he doesn't secure the ball and Kent rushes and manages to get a shot in but its blocked by Riznyk who picks it up.
90′
The referee has indicated ten minutes of added time. Kryvbas could still theoretically level it but they need a goal and fast.
90′
The referee has indicated ten minutes of added time. Kryvbas could still theoretically level it but they need a goal and fast.
88′
Lassina Traore
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GGOOALLL SHAKHTAR!!! THAT SURELY SEALS IT! Marlon Gomes does a great job at stealing the ball off Petrov and he makes a run of his own before making a long throughball to Lassina Traore who is 1 on 1 with Klischuk who he manages to slot past in the bottom left and make it 3-1!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Marlon Gomes
Shakhtar Donetsk
88′
Lassina Traore
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GGOOALLL SHAKHTAR!!! THAT SURELY SEALS IT! Marlon Gomes does a great job at stealing the ball off Petrov and he makes a run of his own before making a long throughball to Lassina Traore who is 1 on 1 with Klischuk who he manages to slot past in the bottom left and make it 3-1!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Marlon Gomes
Shakhtar Donetsk
86′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Mykola Matvienko
In
Valeriy Bondar
86′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Mykola Matvienko
In
Valeriy Bondar
86′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Pedriniho
In
Kaua Elias
86′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Pedriniho
In
Kaua Elias
83′
Kryvbas have now felt more comfortable with the ball in this second half and have been pushing harder for an equalizer. They've come close but to no avail. They still have time but they need to find an equalizer sooner rather than later.
83′
Kryvbas have now felt more comfortable with the ball in this second half and have been pushing harder for an equalizer. They've come close but to no avail. They still have time but they need to find an equalizer sooner rather than later.
81′
CLOSE!! KRYVBAS ALMOST MADE IT LEVEL AGAIN! Petrov runs forward and makes a pass to Ilic who takes a shot and its saved and the deflection falls to Petrov but Mativenko puts a body in and deflects it and Riznyk catches the rebound!
81′
CLOSE!! KRYVBAS ALMOST MADE IT LEVEL AGAIN! Petrov runs forward and makes a pass to Ilic who takes a shot and its saved and the deflection falls to Petrov but Mativenko puts a body in and deflects it and Riznyk catches the rebound!
80′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Maksym Lunyov
In
Daniel Sosah
80′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Maksym Lunyov
In
Daniel Sosah
76′
Kryvbas have finally registered their first shot of the half. Luynov throws it in to Kent who runs forward and takes a shot, but Riznyk saves it and it goes out for a corner.
76′
Kryvbas have finally registered their first shot of the half. Luynov throws it in to Kent who runs forward and takes a shot, but Riznyk saves it and it goes out for a corner.
74′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Irakli Azarovi
In
Viktor Korniyenko
74′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Irakli Azarovi
In
Viktor Korniyenko
74′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Endri Cekici
In
Oleh Kozhushko
74′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Endri Cekici
In
Oleh Kozhushko
74′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Jean Morel Poe
In
Yehor Tverdokhlib
74′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Jean Morel Poe
In
Yehor Tverdokhlib
71′
Shakhtar have now turned it around with under 20 minutes left to play in Kyiv! Kryvbas are still yet to register a single shot so far in this second half. It looks like Kryvbas are getting subs ready, so we will see what impact they can have on the game.
71′
Shakhtar have now turned it around with under 20 minutes left to play in Kyiv! Kryvbas are still yet to register a single shot so far in this second half. It looks like Kryvbas are getting subs ready, so we will see what impact they can have on the game.
68′
Newerton
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GGOOOALLL SHAKHTARRRR!! AND ITS AN INSTANT IMPACT BY NEWERTON! A free kick is taken quickly by Mudryk, who plays it to Traore, who makes a good cross on the ground to Newerton who smashes it in the top right corner and Shakhtar lead with just about 20 minutes to go!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Lassina Traore
Shakhtar Donetsk
68′
Newerton
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GGOOOALLL SHAKHTARRRR!! AND ITS AN INSTANT IMPACT BY NEWERTON! A free kick is taken quickly by Mudryk, who plays it to Traore, who makes a good cross on the ground to Newerton who smashes it in the top right corner and Shakhtar lead with just about 20 minutes to go!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Lassina Traore
Shakhtar Donetsk
66′
Oleksandr Romanchuk
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Yellow card
Romanchuk receives a booking. The captain of Kryvbas makes a bad challenge on Pedriniho and Shakhtar are awarded a free-kick in a dangerous position.
66′
Oleksandr Romanchuk
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Yellow card
Romanchuk receives a booking. The captain of Kryvbas makes a bad challenge on Pedriniho and Shakhtar are awarded a free-kick in a dangerous position.
64′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Bartol Franjic
In
Yevgen Markarenko
64′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Bartol Franjic
In
Yevgen Markarenko
64′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Kevin
In
Newerton
64′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Kevin
In
Newerton
60′
An hour has gone by here in Kyiv, and we are two thirds of the way through normal time. Kryvbas dominated the first half but have not yet registered a single shot in the second half, and Shakhtar have finally found an equalizer. Still plenty more football to be played, and we could have extra-time or even penalties if the score remains level.
60′
An hour has gone by here in Kyiv, and we are two thirds of the way through normal time. Kryvbas dominated the first half but have not yet registered a single shot in the second half, and Shakhtar have finally found an equalizer. Still plenty more football to be played, and we could have extra-time or even penalties if the score remains level.
58′
Mykaylo Mudryk
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GGOALLLLL!!! SHAKHTAR HAVE FOUND THE EQUALIZER! Pedriniho took the corner and makes a great cross, and Mudryk manages to head the ball into the top left corner and we are level again here in Kyiv!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Pedriniho
Shakhtar Donetsk
58′
Mykaylo Mudryk
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GGOALLLLL!!! SHAKHTAR HAVE FOUND THE EQUALIZER! Pedriniho took the corner and makes a great cross, and Mudryk manages to head the ball into the top left corner and we are level again here in Kyiv!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Pedriniho
Shakhtar Donetsk
56′
Shakhtar Donetsk get awarded a free kick and it's taken quickly. A fantastic throughball from Kevin to Traore has him through on goal but Klischuk makes a fantastic save to deny him and Shakhtar will now have a corner.
56′
Shakhtar Donetsk get awarded a free kick and it's taken quickly. A fantastic throughball from Kevin to Traore has him through on goal but Klischuk makes a fantastic save to deny him and Shakhtar will now have a corner.
53′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Yvan Dibango
In
Nathanael Saintini
53′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Yvan Dibango
In
Nathanael Saintini
53′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Yuriy Vakulko
In
Hrvoje Ilic
53′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Yuriy Vakulko
In
Hrvoje Ilic
50′
Shakhtar have started the second half better so far. They've managed to maintain majority of the possession so far. It looks like both sides are getting their players on the bench ready, so we're likely to see the first subs soon.
50′
Shakhtar have started the second half better so far. They've managed to maintain majority of the possession so far. It looks like both sides are getting their players on the bench ready, so we're likely to see the first subs soon.
48′
Kevin
Shakhtar Donetsk
Yellow card
Kevin is booked for a bad foul on Cekci. He didn't even try to win the ball, just took him down and it's a cynical foul.
48′
Kevin
Shakhtar Donetsk
Yellow card
Kevin is booked for a bad foul on Cekci. He didn't even try to win the ball, just took him down and it's a cynical foul.
45′
Shakhtar Donetsk get the second half underway and now both teams are going to shoot infront of their own fans. How will this second half pan out?
Half 2
45′
Shakhtar Donetsk get the second half underway and now both teams are going to shoot infront of their own fans. How will this second half pan out?
Half 2
Well how about that for a first-half then? Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih, who have been the much better side in the first half, got their deserved goal in the 40th minute thanks to Sergiy Petrov. Despite having the lead, they still have another half to play. Is that goal and threat of a second in added time the wake up call that Shakhtar needed?
Well how about that for a first-half then? Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih, who have been the much better side in the first half, got their deserved goal in the 40th minute thanks to Sergiy Petrov. Despite having the lead, they still have another half to play. Is that goal and threat of a second in added time the wake up call that Shakhtar needed?
HT: SHAKHTAR DONETSK 0-1 KRYVBAS KRYVYI RIH
HT: SHAKHTAR DONETSK 0-1 KRYVBAS KRYVYI RIH
46′
CLOSE! Kryvbas ALMOST made it 2!! Petrov receives the ball from a great long cross by Romanchuk and he takes the shot from a first touch and it beats Riznyk but it hits the bar and its quickly dealt with by Azarovi. Shakhtar are in desperate need of half-time now.
46′
CLOSE! Kryvbas ALMOST made it 2!! Petrov receives the ball from a great long cross by Romanchuk and he takes the shot from a first touch and it beats Riznyk but it hits the bar and its quickly dealt with by Azarovi. Shakhtar are in desperate need of half-time now.
45′
The referee has indicated four added minutes.
45′
The referee has indicated four added minutes.
43′
A fantastic team-worked goal for Kryvbas now has them infront with just minutes left of this first-half. Is that goal the wake-up call that Shakhtar needed?
43′
A fantastic team-worked goal for Kryvbas now has them infront with just minutes left of this first-half. Is that goal the wake-up call that Shakhtar needed?
40′
Sergiy Petrov
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Goal
GGOOAALLLLLLLLLLL KRYVBASSSSS!!! It was inevitable! Ryan Kent manages to intercept Mudryk and run all the way down the left wing and makes a good cross into Petrov, who beats Gomes and finally beats Riznyk! The underdogs are now leading here in Kyiv!!
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Goal conceded
Shakhtar Donetsk
Assist
Ryan Kent
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
40′
Sergiy Petrov
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Goal
GGOOAALLLLLLLLLLL KRYVBASSSSS!!! It was inevitable! Ryan Kent manages to intercept Mudryk and run all the way down the left wing and makes a good cross into Petrov, who beats Gomes and finally beats Riznyk! The underdogs are now leading here in Kyiv!!
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Goal conceded
Shakhtar Donetsk
Assist
Ryan Kent
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
36′
CLOSE!! Kryvbas take the throw in relatively quickly, it was a long throw thrown in by Cekici and it somehow lands to Petrov who takes a shot from a tight angle and Riznyk once again makes a fantastic save!
36′
CLOSE!! Kryvbas take the throw in relatively quickly, it was a long throw thrown in by Cekici and it somehow lands to Petrov who takes a shot from a tight angle and Riznyk once again makes a fantastic save!
35′
Marlon Gomes
Shakhtar Donetsk
Yellow card
Marlon Gomes has been booked for dissent. He believes that Shakhtar should have been awarded a throw in but the referee insteads awards Kryvbas with the throw in. Marlon Gomes expresses his unhappiness to the referee and is thus booked for dissent.
35′
Marlon Gomes
Shakhtar Donetsk
Yellow card
Marlon Gomes has been booked for dissent. He believes that Shakhtar should have been awarded a throw in but the referee insteads awards Kryvbas with the throw in. Marlon Gomes expresses his unhappiness to the referee and is thus booked for dissent.
32′
CLOSE! Mudryk makes a good run towards the box and plays a great through ball to Traore, who takes a shot but its blocked by Dibango. However, it falls to Sudakov who tests his luck from range and it goes just wide of the post!
32′
CLOSE! Mudryk makes a good run towards the box and plays a great through ball to Traore, who takes a shot but its blocked by Dibango. However, it falls to Sudakov who tests his luck from range and it goes just wide of the post!
30′
The first 30 minutes have flown by here in Kyiv. Kryvbas have still been the better side and its not looked like Shakhtar have properly settled into the game. Both sides are still yet to find the back of the net, but it feels like only a matter of time before the deadlock is broken.
30′
The first 30 minutes have flown by here in Kyiv. Kryvbas have still been the better side and its not looked like Shakhtar have properly settled into the game. Both sides are still yet to find the back of the net, but it feels like only a matter of time before the deadlock is broken.
28′
Kryvbas had a corner as a result of the previous chance much to no avail as Shakhtar clear it and attempted a counter attack but Romanchuk manages to deny any potential threat for now.
28′
Kryvbas had a corner as a result of the previous chance much to no avail as Shakhtar clear it and attempted a counter attack but Romanchuk manages to deny any potential threat for now.
25′
CLOSE! HOW HAVE KRYVBAS NOT SCORED? Vakulko pushes forward and makes a good pass to Kent on the left who makes a cross into Petrov who is unmarked and takes a shot but it hits the crossbar! Morel Poe then receives the ball on a rebound but its saved by Riznyk!
25′
CLOSE! HOW HAVE KRYVBAS NOT SCORED? Vakulko pushes forward and makes a good pass to Kent on the left who makes a cross into Petrov who is unmarked and takes a shot but it hits the crossbar! Morel Poe then receives the ball on a rebound but its saved by Riznyk!
22′
Shakhtar have had their best chance of the game so far. Mudryk comes running and manages to beat Romanchuk in a 1v1 and just has the keeper to beat, but it goes wide.
22′
Shakhtar have had their best chance of the game so far. Mudryk comes running and manages to beat Romanchuk in a 1v1 and just has the keeper to beat, but it goes wide.
18′
Mykola Matvienko
Shakhtar Donetsk
Yellow card
Mativenko is booked for a harsh challenge on Ryan Kent. Kryvbas have been awarded a free kick from the edge of the box.
18′
Mykola Matvienko
Shakhtar Donetsk
Yellow card
Mativenko is booked for a harsh challenge on Ryan Kent. Kryvbas have been awarded a free kick from the edge of the box.
15′
The opening 15 minutes have passed by in this Ukrainian Cup semi-final. Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih have been the better side so far, coming close twice thanks to great play and mistakes from Shakhtar's defence. However, the deadlock is still yet to be broken.
15′
The opening 15 minutes have passed by in this Ukrainian Cup semi-final. Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih have been the better side so far, coming close twice thanks to great play and mistakes from Shakhtar's defence. However, the deadlock is still yet to be broken.
13′
Shakhtar have produced their first chance of the game. Marlon Gomes makes a great pass to Mudryk who makes a good pass to Kevin who takes a shot but it goes way over the bar.
13′
Shakhtar have produced their first chance of the game. Marlon Gomes makes a great pass to Mudryk who makes a good pass to Kevin who takes a shot but it goes way over the bar.
09′
Shakhtar made a huge mistake at the back and Petrov took full advantage of it, however, Riznyk makes a fantastic save and it goes out for a corner.
09′
Shakhtar made a huge mistake at the back and Petrov took full advantage of it, however, Riznyk makes a fantastic save and it goes out for a corner.
06′
CLOSE! The first major chance of the game sees Ryan Kent move down the wing, passing back to Lunyov who crosses it in to Petrov who heads it just wide of the post! It's been a good start for Kryvbas.
06′
CLOSE! The first major chance of the game sees Ryan Kent move down the wing, passing back to Lunyov who crosses it in to Petrov who heads it just wide of the post! It's been a good start for Kryvbas.
04′
Jean Morel Poe
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Yellow card
Jean Morel Poe is taken down by Marlon Gomes and he believes that he was fouled. However, the referee does not think the same and lets play continue. Morel Poe then starts arguing with the referee and is booked for dissent.
04′
Jean Morel Poe
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Yellow card
Jean Morel Poe is taken down by Marlon Gomes and he believes that he was fouled. However, the referee does not think the same and lets play continue. Morel Poe then starts arguing with the referee and is booked for dissent.
02′
Kryvbas have managed to keep the ball for the first few minutes of this game. They've attempted to push forward but to no avail.
02′
Kryvbas have managed to keep the ball for the first few minutes of this game. They've attempted to push forward but to no avail.
00′
Krybas Kryvyi Rih get this Ukrainian Cup semi-final underway. Both sides are shooting infront of the other teams fans for the first half.
Half 1
00′
Krybas Kryvyi Rih get this Ukrainian Cup semi-final underway. Both sides are shooting infront of the other teams fans for the first half.
Half 1
The warm-ups and pre-match preparations have finished, the players have walked out to a loud crowd with banners and tifos. The national anthem has been sung and we are now just moments away from kick-off!
The warm-ups and pre-match preparations have finished, the players have walked out to a loud crowd with banners and tifos. The national anthem has been sung and we are now just moments away from kick-off!
Shakhtar and Krybas last met in 2018, whch was a Ukrainian Cup match, Shakhtar won 2-0. Kryvbas have not beaten Shakhtar since 1999, which was a 3-2 win for them in the league. Surprisingly, they are yet to meet this season, as their game earlier in the season was postponed to the end of April and they will meet on the final day as well.
Shakhtar and Krybas last met in 2018, whch was a Ukrainian Cup match, Shakhtar won 2-0. Kryvbas have not beaten Shakhtar since 1999, which was a 3-2 win for them in the league. Surprisingly, they are yet to meet this season, as their game earlier in the season was postponed to the end of April and they will meet on the final day as well.
Whereas Krybas make three changes from their 2-0 defeat to Zorya Luhansk in midweek. Dibagno returns to the starting XI, replacing Saintini. Endri Cekci also returns to the squad after picking up an injury, replacing Oleh Kozhusko. And Morel Poe, who was benched against Zorya, replaces Tverdokhlib on the wing.
Whereas Krybas make three changes from their 2-0 defeat to Zorya Luhansk in midweek. Dibagno returns to the starting XI, replacing Saintini. Endri Cekci also returns to the squad after picking up an injury, replacing Oleh Kozhusko. And Morel Poe, who was benched against Zorya, replaces Tverdokhlib on the wing.
Shakhtar Donetsk remain unchanged from their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal second leg game against Real Madrid, which they won 2-1 (2-4 agg). They have made some changes on the bench, bringing back Newerton and Elias from training injuries.
Shakhtar Donetsk remain unchanged from their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal second leg game against Real Madrid, which they won 2-1 (2-4 agg). They have made some changes on the bench, bringing back Newerton and Elias from training injuries.
Kryvbas Starting XI (4-3-3) - Klischuk, Bandiera, Dibango, Romanchuk, Konate, Cekici, Lunyov, Vakulko, Kent, Petrov, Morel Poe SUBS: Makhankov, Kuzyk, Saintini, Kozhushko, Sosah, Ilic, Kilyevyi, Zbun, Tverdokhlib
Kryvbas Starting XI (4-3-3) - Klischuk, Bandiera, Dibango, Romanchuk, Konate, Cekici, Lunyov, Vakulko, Kent, Petrov, Morel Poe SUBS: Makhankov, Kuzyk, Saintini, Kozhushko, Sosah, Ilic, Kilyevyi, Zbun, Tverdokhlib
Shakhtar Starting XI (4-2-3-1) - Rizynk, Azarovi, Gomes, Mativenko, Ghram, Franjic, Sudakov, Mudryk, Pedriniho, Kevin, Traore SUBS: Fesyun, Korniyenko, Bondar, Faryna, Markarenko, Totovytskyi, Kryskiv, Newerton, Elias
Shakhtar Starting XI (4-2-3-1) - Rizynk, Azarovi, Gomes, Mativenko, Ghram, Franjic, Sudakov, Mudryk, Pedriniho, Kevin, Traore SUBS: Fesyun, Korniyenko, Bondar, Faryna, Markarenko, Totovytskyi, Kryskiv, Newerton, Elias
This will be the 48th meeting between both of the clubs. In total, Shakhtar Donetsk have won 30, Kryvbas have won 12 and there has been 6 draws between the two teams. This is their fourth meeting in the Ukrainian Cup, Shakhtar have won all three of their meetings in previous Ukrainian Cup games.
This will be the 48th meeting between both of the clubs. In total, Shakhtar Donetsk have won 30, Kryvbas have won 12 and there has been 6 draws between the two teams. This is their fourth meeting in the Ukrainian Cup, Shakhtar have won all three of their meetings in previous Ukrainian Cup games.
Whereas for Krybas, they've also had a dominant campaign thus far. In the third round, they took on second tier side FC Sevastopol at home, and crushed them 3-0. They were then drawn at home again to a second tier side, this time being Metalist 1925 Kharkiv, and they won by a scoreline of 5-0. In the Quarterfinals, they were drawn away to Karpaty Lviv, in which they won 4-2 to book a place in the Semi-finals.
Whereas for Krybas, they've also had a dominant campaign thus far. In the third round, they took on second tier side FC Sevastopol at home, and crushed them 3-0. They were then drawn at home again to a second tier side, this time being Metalist 1925 Kharkiv, and they won by a scoreline of 5-0. In the Quarterfinals, they were drawn away to Karpaty Lviv, in which they won 4-2 to book a place in the Semi-finals.
Shakhtar Donetsk have been dominant so far this cup campaign, beating Chaika 4-1 at home in the Third round. They then went on to visit and crush local rivals FC Mariupol 6-2 in the next round. In the Quarterfinals, they hosted Epicenter and were close to being on the receiving end of a huge upset, but managed to beat them on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
Shakhtar Donetsk have been dominant so far this cup campaign, beating Chaika 4-1 at home in the Third round. They then went on to visit and crush local rivals FC Mariupol 6-2 in the next round. In the Quarterfinals, they hosted Epicenter and were close to being on the receiving end of a huge upset, but managed to beat them on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
Hello and welcome to this live commentary of the first Ukrainian Cup semi-final in Kyiv! Shakhtar Donetsk, the Ukrainian giants take on Krybas Kryvyi Rih for a place in the 2025 Ukrainian Cup final.
Start
Hello and welcome to this live commentary of the first Ukrainian Cup semi-final in Kyiv! Shakhtar Donetsk, the Ukrainian giants take on Krybas Kryvyi Rih for a place in the 2025 Ukrainian Cup final.
Start
Final
Shakhtar Donetsk secured their place in the 2025 Ukrainian Cup final after beating Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih 4-1. It was Kryvbas who dominated in the first half and even took the lead in the 40th minute thanks to Petrov and it was looking like they had the momentum. However, that goal was clearly a wake up call for Shakhtar as they came out in the second half looking like a completely different team. Thanks to two goals by Mudryk and goals from Newerton and Traore, Shakhtar won the game with confidence.
Final
Shakhtar Donetsk secured their place in the 2025 Ukrainian Cup final after beating Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih 4-1. It was Kryvbas who dominated in the first half and even took the lead in the 40th minute thanks to Petrov and it was looking like they had the momentum. However, that goal was clearly a wake up call for Shakhtar as they came out in the second half looking like a completely different team. Thanks to two goals by Mudryk and goals from Newerton and Traore, Shakhtar won the game with confidence.
We will see Shakhtar Donetsk in the final and we will see who they face tomorrow as Polissya and Oleksandryia play each other tomorrow in the other semi-final. Both sides can now focus on the league as Shakhtar have been knocked out of the UEFA Champions League and Kryvbas will want to fight for a European place. That's it for now, thanks for joining us and goodbye!
We will see Shakhtar Donetsk in the final and we will see who they face tomorrow as Polissya and Oleksandryia play each other tomorrow in the other semi-final. Both sides can now focus on the league as Shakhtar have been knocked out of the UEFA Champions League and Kryvbas will want to fight for a European place. That's it for now, thanks for joining us and goodbye!
FT: SHAKHTAR DONETSK 4-1 KRYVBAS KRYVYI RIH
FT: SHAKHTAR DONETSK 4-1 KRYVBAS KRYVYI RIH
99′
There was a chance for a consolation goal. Petrov receives the ball from Bandiera and he takes a shot which is a decent effort but Riznyk takes care of it.
99′
There was a chance for a consolation goal. Petrov receives the ball from Bandiera and he takes a shot which is a decent effort but Riznyk takes care of it.
98′
Well that's the goal which seals it. There's no way of coming back for Kryvbas. With so little time and their efforts in the second half simply not being good enough.
98′
Well that's the goal which seals it. There's no way of coming back for Kryvbas. With so little time and their efforts in the second half simply not being good enough.
96′
Mykaylo Mudryk
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GOALLLLLL ITS 4-1!!! That does it! Shakhtar have now all but confirmed their place in the Ukrainian Cup final. Ghram manages to beat two Kryvbas players down the wing and plays it to Mudryk who tests his luck from just outside of the box and it goes into the top right corner! What a strike and that's the one which 100% seals their place in the final!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Alaa Ghram
Shakhtar Donetsk
96′
Mykaylo Mudryk
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GOALLLLLL ITS 4-1!!! That does it! Shakhtar have now all but confirmed their place in the Ukrainian Cup final. Ghram manages to beat two Kryvbas players down the wing and plays it to Mudryk who tests his luck from just outside of the box and it goes into the top right corner! What a strike and that's the one which 100% seals their place in the final!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Alaa Ghram
Shakhtar Donetsk
92′
AND THEY ALMOST GOT BACK IN IT! Petrov takes a shot from range and Riznyk makes a diving save but he doesn't secure the ball and Kent rushes and manages to get a shot in but its blocked by Riznyk who picks it up.
92′
AND THEY ALMOST GOT BACK IN IT! Petrov takes a shot from range and Riznyk makes a diving save but he doesn't secure the ball and Kent rushes and manages to get a shot in but its blocked by Riznyk who picks it up.
90′
The referee has indicated ten minutes of added time. Kryvbas could still theoretically level it but they need a goal and fast.
90′
The referee has indicated ten minutes of added time. Kryvbas could still theoretically level it but they need a goal and fast.
88′
Lassina Traore
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GGOOALLL SHAKHTAR!!! THAT SURELY SEALS IT! Marlon Gomes does a great job at stealing the ball off Petrov and he makes a run of his own before making a long throughball to Lassina Traore who is 1 on 1 with Klischuk who he manages to slot past in the bottom left and make it 3-1!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Marlon Gomes
Shakhtar Donetsk
88′
Lassina Traore
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GGOOALLL SHAKHTAR!!! THAT SURELY SEALS IT! Marlon Gomes does a great job at stealing the ball off Petrov and he makes a run of his own before making a long throughball to Lassina Traore who is 1 on 1 with Klischuk who he manages to slot past in the bottom left and make it 3-1!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Marlon Gomes
Shakhtar Donetsk
86′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Mykola Matvienko
In
Valeriy Bondar
86′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Mykola Matvienko
In
Valeriy Bondar
86′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Pedriniho
In
Kaua Elias
86′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Pedriniho
In
Kaua Elias
83′
Kryvbas have now felt more comfortable with the ball in this second half and have been pushing harder for an equalizer. They've come close but to no avail. They still have time but they need to find an equalizer sooner rather than later.
83′
Kryvbas have now felt more comfortable with the ball in this second half and have been pushing harder for an equalizer. They've come close but to no avail. They still have time but they need to find an equalizer sooner rather than later.
81′
CLOSE!! KRYVBAS ALMOST MADE IT LEVEL AGAIN! Petrov runs forward and makes a pass to Ilic who takes a shot and its saved and the deflection falls to Petrov but Mativenko puts a body in and deflects it and Riznyk catches the rebound!
81′
CLOSE!! KRYVBAS ALMOST MADE IT LEVEL AGAIN! Petrov runs forward and makes a pass to Ilic who takes a shot and its saved and the deflection falls to Petrov but Mativenko puts a body in and deflects it and Riznyk catches the rebound!
80′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Maksym Lunyov
In
Daniel Sosah
80′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Maksym Lunyov
In
Daniel Sosah
76′
Kryvbas have finally registered their first shot of the half. Luynov throws it in to Kent who runs forward and takes a shot, but Riznyk saves it and it goes out for a corner.
76′
Kryvbas have finally registered their first shot of the half. Luynov throws it in to Kent who runs forward and takes a shot, but Riznyk saves it and it goes out for a corner.
74′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Irakli Azarovi
In
Viktor Korniyenko
74′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Irakli Azarovi
In
Viktor Korniyenko
74′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Endri Cekici
In
Oleh Kozhushko
74′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Endri Cekici
In
Oleh Kozhushko
74′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Jean Morel Poe
In
Yehor Tverdokhlib
74′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Jean Morel Poe
In
Yehor Tverdokhlib
71′
Shakhtar have now turned it around with under 20 minutes left to play in Kyiv! Kryvbas are still yet to register a single shot so far in this second half. It looks like Kryvbas are getting subs ready, so we will see what impact they can have on the game.
71′
Shakhtar have now turned it around with under 20 minutes left to play in Kyiv! Kryvbas are still yet to register a single shot so far in this second half. It looks like Kryvbas are getting subs ready, so we will see what impact they can have on the game.
68′
Newerton
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GGOOOALLL SHAKHTARRRR!! AND ITS AN INSTANT IMPACT BY NEWERTON! A free kick is taken quickly by Mudryk, who plays it to Traore, who makes a good cross on the ground to Newerton who smashes it in the top right corner and Shakhtar lead with just about 20 minutes to go!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Lassina Traore
Shakhtar Donetsk
68′
Newerton
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GGOOOALLL SHAKHTARRRR!! AND ITS AN INSTANT IMPACT BY NEWERTON! A free kick is taken quickly by Mudryk, who plays it to Traore, who makes a good cross on the ground to Newerton who smashes it in the top right corner and Shakhtar lead with just about 20 minutes to go!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Lassina Traore
Shakhtar Donetsk
66′
Oleksandr Romanchuk
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Yellow card
Romanchuk receives a booking. The captain of Kryvbas makes a bad challenge on Pedriniho and Shakhtar are awarded a free-kick in a dangerous position.
66′
Oleksandr Romanchuk
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Yellow card
Romanchuk receives a booking. The captain of Kryvbas makes a bad challenge on Pedriniho and Shakhtar are awarded a free-kick in a dangerous position.
64′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Bartol Franjic
In
Yevgen Markarenko
64′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Bartol Franjic
In
Yevgen Markarenko
64′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Kevin
In
Newerton
64′
Substitution
Shakhtar Donetsk
Out
Kevin
In
Newerton
60′
An hour has gone by here in Kyiv, and we are two thirds of the way through normal time. Kryvbas dominated the first half but have not yet registered a single shot in the second half, and Shakhtar have finally found an equalizer. Still plenty more football to be played, and we could have extra-time or even penalties if the score remains level.
60′
An hour has gone by here in Kyiv, and we are two thirds of the way through normal time. Kryvbas dominated the first half but have not yet registered a single shot in the second half, and Shakhtar have finally found an equalizer. Still plenty more football to be played, and we could have extra-time or even penalties if the score remains level.
58′
Mykaylo Mudryk
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GGOALLLLL!!! SHAKHTAR HAVE FOUND THE EQUALIZER! Pedriniho took the corner and makes a great cross, and Mudryk manages to head the ball into the top left corner and we are level again here in Kyiv!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Pedriniho
Shakhtar Donetsk
58′
Mykaylo Mudryk
Shakhtar Donetsk
Goal
GGOALLLLL!!! SHAKHTAR HAVE FOUND THE EQUALIZER! Pedriniho took the corner and makes a great cross, and Mudryk manages to head the ball into the top left corner and we are level again here in Kyiv!
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Goal conceded
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Assist
Pedriniho
Shakhtar Donetsk
56′
Shakhtar Donetsk get awarded a free kick and it's taken quickly. A fantastic throughball from Kevin to Traore has him through on goal but Klischuk makes a fantastic save to deny him and Shakhtar will now have a corner.
56′
Shakhtar Donetsk get awarded a free kick and it's taken quickly. A fantastic throughball from Kevin to Traore has him through on goal but Klischuk makes a fantastic save to deny him and Shakhtar will now have a corner.
53′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Yvan Dibango
In
Nathanael Saintini
53′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Yvan Dibango
In
Nathanael Saintini
53′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Yuriy Vakulko
In
Hrvoje Ilic
53′
Substitution
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Out
Yuriy Vakulko
In
Hrvoje Ilic
50′
Shakhtar have started the second half better so far. They've managed to maintain majority of the possession so far. It looks like both sides are getting their players on the bench ready, so we're likely to see the first subs soon.
50′
Shakhtar have started the second half better so far. They've managed to maintain majority of the possession so far. It looks like both sides are getting their players on the bench ready, so we're likely to see the first subs soon.
48′
Kevin
Shakhtar Donetsk
Yellow card
Kevin is booked for a bad foul on Cekci. He didn't even try to win the ball, just took him down and it's a cynical foul.
48′
Kevin
Shakhtar Donetsk
Yellow card
Kevin is booked for a bad foul on Cekci. He didn't even try to win the ball, just took him down and it's a cynical foul.
45′
Shakhtar Donetsk get the second half underway and now both teams are going to shoot infront of their own fans. How will this second half pan out?
Half 2
45′
Shakhtar Donetsk get the second half underway and now both teams are going to shoot infront of their own fans. How will this second half pan out?
Half 2
Well how about that for a first-half then? Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih, who have been the much better side in the first half, got their deserved goal in the 40th minute thanks to Sergiy Petrov. Despite having the lead, they still have another half to play. Is that goal and threat of a second in added time the wake up call that Shakhtar needed?
Well how about that for a first-half then? Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih, who have been the much better side in the first half, got their deserved goal in the 40th minute thanks to Sergiy Petrov. Despite having the lead, they still have another half to play. Is that goal and threat of a second in added time the wake up call that Shakhtar needed?
HT: SHAKHTAR DONETSK 0-1 KRYVBAS KRYVYI RIH
HT: SHAKHTAR DONETSK 0-1 KRYVBAS KRYVYI RIH
46′
CLOSE! Kryvbas ALMOST made it 2!! Petrov receives the ball from a great long cross by Romanchuk and he takes the shot from a first touch and it beats Riznyk but it hits the bar and its quickly dealt with by Azarovi. Shakhtar are in desperate need of half-time now.
46′
CLOSE! Kryvbas ALMOST made it 2!! Petrov receives the ball from a great long cross by Romanchuk and he takes the shot from a first touch and it beats Riznyk but it hits the bar and its quickly dealt with by Azarovi. Shakhtar are in desperate need of half-time now.
45′
The referee has indicated four added minutes.
45′
The referee has indicated four added minutes.
43′
A fantastic team-worked goal for Kryvbas now has them infront with just minutes left of this first-half. Is that goal the wake-up call that Shakhtar needed?
43′
A fantastic team-worked goal for Kryvbas now has them infront with just minutes left of this first-half. Is that goal the wake-up call that Shakhtar needed?
40′
Sergiy Petrov
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Goal
GGOOAALLLLLLLLLLL KRYVBASSSSS!!! It was inevitable! Ryan Kent manages to intercept Mudryk and run all the way down the left wing and makes a good cross into Petrov, who beats Gomes and finally beats Riznyk! The underdogs are now leading here in Kyiv!!
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Goal conceded
Shakhtar Donetsk
Assist
Ryan Kent
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
40′
Sergiy Petrov
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Goal
GGOOAALLLLLLLLLLL KRYVBASSSSS!!! It was inevitable! Ryan Kent manages to intercept Mudryk and run all the way down the left wing and makes a good cross into Petrov, who beats Gomes and finally beats Riznyk! The underdogs are now leading here in Kyiv!!
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Goal conceded
Shakhtar Donetsk
Assist
Ryan Kent
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
36′
CLOSE!! Kryvbas take the throw in relatively quickly, it was a long throw thrown in by Cekici and it somehow lands to Petrov who takes a shot from a tight angle and Riznyk once again makes a fantastic save!
36′
CLOSE!! Kryvbas take the throw in relatively quickly, it was a long throw thrown in by Cekici and it somehow lands to Petrov who takes a shot from a tight angle and Riznyk once again makes a fantastic save!
35′
Marlon Gomes
Shakhtar Donetsk
Yellow card
Marlon Gomes has been booked for dissent. He believes that Shakhtar should have been awarded a throw in but the referee insteads awards Kryvbas with the throw in. Marlon Gomes expresses his unhappiness to the referee and is thus booked for dissent.
35′
Marlon Gomes
Shakhtar Donetsk
Yellow card
Marlon Gomes has been booked for dissent. He believes that Shakhtar should have been awarded a throw in but the referee insteads awards Kryvbas with the throw in. Marlon Gomes expresses his unhappiness to the referee and is thus booked for dissent.
32′
CLOSE! Mudryk makes a good run towards the box and plays a great through ball to Traore, who takes a shot but its blocked by Dibango. However, it falls to Sudakov who tests his luck from range and it goes just wide of the post!
32′
CLOSE! Mudryk makes a good run towards the box and plays a great through ball to Traore, who takes a shot but its blocked by Dibango. However, it falls to Sudakov who tests his luck from range and it goes just wide of the post!
30′
The first 30 minutes have flown by here in Kyiv. Kryvbas have still been the better side and its not looked like Shakhtar have properly settled into the game. Both sides are still yet to find the back of the net, but it feels like only a matter of time before the deadlock is broken.
30′
The first 30 minutes have flown by here in Kyiv. Kryvbas have still been the better side and its not looked like Shakhtar have properly settled into the game. Both sides are still yet to find the back of the net, but it feels like only a matter of time before the deadlock is broken.
28′
Kryvbas had a corner as a result of the previous chance much to no avail as Shakhtar clear it and attempted a counter attack but Romanchuk manages to deny any potential threat for now.
28′
Kryvbas had a corner as a result of the previous chance much to no avail as Shakhtar clear it and attempted a counter attack but Romanchuk manages to deny any potential threat for now.
25′
CLOSE! HOW HAVE KRYVBAS NOT SCORED? Vakulko pushes forward and makes a good pass to Kent on the left who makes a cross into Petrov who is unmarked and takes a shot but it hits the crossbar! Morel Poe then receives the ball on a rebound but its saved by Riznyk!
25′
CLOSE! HOW HAVE KRYVBAS NOT SCORED? Vakulko pushes forward and makes a good pass to Kent on the left who makes a cross into Petrov who is unmarked and takes a shot but it hits the crossbar! Morel Poe then receives the ball on a rebound but its saved by Riznyk!
22′
Shakhtar have had their best chance of the game so far. Mudryk comes running and manages to beat Romanchuk in a 1v1 and just has the keeper to beat, but it goes wide.
22′
Shakhtar have had their best chance of the game so far. Mudryk comes running and manages to beat Romanchuk in a 1v1 and just has the keeper to beat, but it goes wide.
18′
Mykola Matvienko
Shakhtar Donetsk
Yellow card
Mativenko is booked for a harsh challenge on Ryan Kent. Kryvbas have been awarded a free kick from the edge of the box.
18′
Mykola Matvienko
Shakhtar Donetsk
Yellow card
Mativenko is booked for a harsh challenge on Ryan Kent. Kryvbas have been awarded a free kick from the edge of the box.
15′
The opening 15 minutes have passed by in this Ukrainian Cup semi-final. Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih have been the better side so far, coming close twice thanks to great play and mistakes from Shakhtar's defence. However, the deadlock is still yet to be broken.
15′
The opening 15 minutes have passed by in this Ukrainian Cup semi-final. Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih have been the better side so far, coming close twice thanks to great play and mistakes from Shakhtar's defence. However, the deadlock is still yet to be broken.
13′
Shakhtar have produced their first chance of the game. Marlon Gomes makes a great pass to Mudryk who makes a good pass to Kevin who takes a shot but it goes way over the bar.
13′
Shakhtar have produced their first chance of the game. Marlon Gomes makes a great pass to Mudryk who makes a good pass to Kevin who takes a shot but it goes way over the bar.
09′
Shakhtar made a huge mistake at the back and Petrov took full advantage of it, however, Riznyk makes a fantastic save and it goes out for a corner.
09′
Shakhtar made a huge mistake at the back and Petrov took full advantage of it, however, Riznyk makes a fantastic save and it goes out for a corner.
06′
CLOSE! The first major chance of the game sees Ryan Kent move down the wing, passing back to Lunyov who crosses it in to Petrov who heads it just wide of the post! It's been a good start for Kryvbas.
06′
CLOSE! The first major chance of the game sees Ryan Kent move down the wing, passing back to Lunyov who crosses it in to Petrov who heads it just wide of the post! It's been a good start for Kryvbas.
04′
Jean Morel Poe
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Yellow card
Jean Morel Poe is taken down by Marlon Gomes and he believes that he was fouled. However, the referee does not think the same and lets play continue. Morel Poe then starts arguing with the referee and is booked for dissent.
04′
Jean Morel Poe
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
Yellow card
Jean Morel Poe is taken down by Marlon Gomes and he believes that he was fouled. However, the referee does not think the same and lets play continue. Morel Poe then starts arguing with the referee and is booked for dissent.
02′
Kryvbas have managed to keep the ball for the first few minutes of this game. They've attempted to push forward but to no avail.
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Kryvbas have managed to keep the ball for the first few minutes of this game. They've attempted to push forward but to no avail.
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Krybas Kryvyi Rih get this Ukrainian Cup semi-final underway. Both sides are shooting infront of the other teams fans for the first half.
Half 1
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Krybas Kryvyi Rih get this Ukrainian Cup semi-final underway. Both sides are shooting infront of the other teams fans for the first half.
Half 1
The warm-ups and pre-match preparations have finished, the players have walked out to a loud crowd with banners and tifos. The national anthem has been sung and we are now just moments away from kick-off!
The warm-ups and pre-match preparations have finished, the players have walked out to a loud crowd with banners and tifos. The national anthem has been sung and we are now just moments away from kick-off!
Shakhtar and Krybas last met in 2018, whch was a Ukrainian Cup match, Shakhtar won 2-0. Kryvbas have not beaten Shakhtar since 1999, which was a 3-2 win for them in the league. Surprisingly, they are yet to meet this season, as their game earlier in the season was postponed to the end of April and they will meet on the final day as well.
Shakhtar and Krybas last met in 2018, whch was a Ukrainian Cup match, Shakhtar won 2-0. Kryvbas have not beaten Shakhtar since 1999, which was a 3-2 win for them in the league. Surprisingly, they are yet to meet this season, as their game earlier in the season was postponed to the end of April and they will meet on the final day as well.
Whereas Krybas make three changes from their 2-0 defeat to Zorya Luhansk in midweek. Dibagno returns to the starting XI, replacing Saintini. Endri Cekci also returns to the squad after picking up an injury, replacing Oleh Kozhusko. And Morel Poe, who was benched against Zorya, replaces Tverdokhlib on the wing.
Whereas Krybas make three changes from their 2-0 defeat to Zorya Luhansk in midweek. Dibagno returns to the starting XI, replacing Saintini. Endri Cekci also returns to the squad after picking up an injury, replacing Oleh Kozhusko. And Morel Poe, who was benched against Zorya, replaces Tverdokhlib on the wing.
Shakhtar Donetsk remain unchanged from their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal second leg game against Real Madrid, which they won 2-1 (2-4 agg). They have made some changes on the bench, bringing back Newerton and Elias from training injuries.
Shakhtar Donetsk remain unchanged from their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal second leg game against Real Madrid, which they won 2-1 (2-4 agg). They have made some changes on the bench, bringing back Newerton and Elias from training injuries.
Kryvbas Starting XI (4-3-3) - Klischuk, Bandiera, Dibango, Romanchuk, Konate, Cekici, Lunyov, Vakulko, Kent, Petrov, Morel Poe SUBS: Makhankov, Kuzyk, Saintini, Kozhushko, Sosah, Ilic, Kilyevyi, Zbun, Tverdokhlib
Kryvbas Starting XI (4-3-3) - Klischuk, Bandiera, Dibango, Romanchuk, Konate, Cekici, Lunyov, Vakulko, Kent, Petrov, Morel Poe SUBS: Makhankov, Kuzyk, Saintini, Kozhushko, Sosah, Ilic, Kilyevyi, Zbun, Tverdokhlib
Shakhtar Starting XI (4-2-3-1) - Rizynk, Azarovi, Gomes, Mativenko, Ghram, Franjic, Sudakov, Mudryk, Pedriniho, Kevin, Traore SUBS: Fesyun, Korniyenko, Bondar, Faryna, Markarenko, Totovytskyi, Kryskiv, Newerton, Elias
Shakhtar Starting XI (4-2-3-1) - Rizynk, Azarovi, Gomes, Mativenko, Ghram, Franjic, Sudakov, Mudryk, Pedriniho, Kevin, Traore SUBS: Fesyun, Korniyenko, Bondar, Faryna, Markarenko, Totovytskyi, Kryskiv, Newerton, Elias
This will be the 48th meeting between both of the clubs. In total, Shakhtar Donetsk have won 30, Kryvbas have won 12 and there has been 6 draws between the two teams. This is their fourth meeting in the Ukrainian Cup, Shakhtar have won all three of their meetings in previous Ukrainian Cup games.
This will be the 48th meeting between both of the clubs. In total, Shakhtar Donetsk have won 30, Kryvbas have won 12 and there has been 6 draws between the two teams. This is their fourth meeting in the Ukrainian Cup, Shakhtar have won all three of their meetings in previous Ukrainian Cup games.
Whereas for Krybas, they've also had a dominant campaign thus far. In the third round, they took on second tier side FC Sevastopol at home, and crushed them 3-0. They were then drawn at home again to a second tier side, this time being Metalist 1925 Kharkiv, and they won by a scoreline of 5-0. In the Quarterfinals, they were drawn away to Karpaty Lviv, in which they won 4-2 to book a place in the Semi-finals.
Whereas for Krybas, they've also had a dominant campaign thus far. In the third round, they took on second tier side FC Sevastopol at home, and crushed them 3-0. They were then drawn at home again to a second tier side, this time being Metalist 1925 Kharkiv, and they won by a scoreline of 5-0. In the Quarterfinals, they were drawn away to Karpaty Lviv, in which they won 4-2 to book a place in the Semi-finals.
Shakhtar Donetsk have been dominant so far this cup campaign, beating Chaika 4-1 at home in the Third round. They then went on to visit and crush local rivals FC Mariupol 6-2 in the next round. In the Quarterfinals, they hosted Epicenter and were close to being on the receiving end of a huge upset, but managed to beat them on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
Shakhtar Donetsk have been dominant so far this cup campaign, beating Chaika 4-1 at home in the Third round. They then went on to visit and crush local rivals FC Mariupol 6-2 in the next round. In the Quarterfinals, they hosted Epicenter and were close to being on the receiving end of a huge upset, but managed to beat them on penalties after a 1-1 draw.
Hello and welcome to this live commentary of the first Ukrainian Cup semi-final in Kyiv! Shakhtar Donetsk, the Ukrainian giants take on Krybas Kryvyi Rih for a place in the 2025 Ukrainian Cup final.
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Hello and welcome to this live commentary of the first Ukrainian Cup semi-final in Kyiv! Shakhtar Donetsk, the Ukrainian giants take on Krybas Kryvyi Rih for a place in the 2025 Ukrainian Cup final.
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Shakhtar Donetsk
Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih
History of the matchup:1 match
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