PSV 1-1 Shakhtar Donetsk Player Ratings: Dest's Goal Secures A Point For PSV On Home Turf Against Arda Turan's Brave Shakhtar Side

Dutch giants PSV kicked off their UEFA Champions League 2026/27 league phase against Shakhtar Donetsk, where the visitors gave a really tough time. Shakhtar had more possession in the first half, although both teams had just one shot on target each.

However, it was Shakhtar Donetsk who took the lead just at the stroke of halftime, as Isaque found Gleiker Mendoza on the left wing, and the Venezuelan cut in to unleash a powerful strike at Matěj Kovár's far corner. There were appeals for a foul on the buildup on Sergiño Dest, but the referee was in no mood to entertain second thoughts.

PSV Eindhoven replied as soon as the second half commenced through Sergiño Dest, as Armando Obispo slid in a pass for him at the edge of the box and the Dutchman made no mistake in bringing his team back into the game in the 48th minute.

The game ended 1-1, with both teams sharing the points. PSV were the better team in the second half, but they created only a few meaningful chances to break down Shakhtar's defense.

Check out the PSV vs Shakhtar Donetsk Player Ratings below.

Key Takeaways

• Isaque won the most ground duels in this match (8) and also the most successful tackles (7).
• Armando Obispo and Pedro Henrique both had the most defensive contributions (8).
• Alisson Santana took the most shots in this game (4).

PSV Player Ratings vs Shakhtar Donetsk

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Shakhtar Donetsk Player Ratings vs PSV

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Man of the Match

Isaque was the best player from PSV vs Shakhtar Donetsk.

Worst Performer

Dmytro Riznyk was the worst performer in this UCL match.