Which Champions League matches Shakhtar Donetsk will play at Stamford Bridge confirmed

Ukrainian champions Shakhtar Donetsk will play four of their Champions League fixtures at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge this season. The matches scheduled in west London include games against AEK Athens, Sporting Lisbon, Fenerbahce, and Real Madrid between October 2026 and January 2027. Chelsea's ground became available after the Premier League club missed out on European qualification.

Shakhtar chief executive Sergei Palkin stated the decision allows the club to maintain visibility for Ukraine and engage London's Ukrainian community. The arrangement with Chelsea is non-commercial, and Shakhtar plan to host community activities alongside displaying an "Invest in Ukraine" message on their shirts.