PSV Come From Behind to Draw 1-1 with Shakhtar Donetsk
PSV Come From Behind to Draw 1-1 with Shakhtar Donetsk
PSV drew 1-1 with Shakhtar Donetsk at home in the opening week of the UEFA Champions League. Despite creating more attacking pressure for much of the match, the Dutch side could not find the winning goal.
Shakhtar Donetsk opened the scoring just before halftime. Gleiker Mendoza scored in the 45+1st minute, firing a powerful and accurate shot from outside the penalty area into the net to give the Ukrainian side a 1-0 lead.
45+1' — Gleiker Mendoza put Shakhtar Donetsk ahead with a powerful strike from outside the penalty area.
PSV made a fast start to the second half and found the equalizer just three minutes after the restart through Sergiño Dest. Receiving the ball in a promising position inside the penalty area, Dest produced a composed finish to make it 1-1.
48' — Sergiño Dest equalized for PSV with a well-placed finish inside the penalty area.
PSV increased the pressure in search of a winning goal during the remainder of the match. However, Shakhtar Donetsk's defense managed to withstand the pressure and preserve the scoreline. The match ended 1-1.
The result means that Shakhtar Donetsk, managed by Arda Turan, began its Champions League campaign with an important away point. PSV, meanwhile, had to settle for a draw on home soil.
Match Statistics
| Statistic | PSV | Shakhtar |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 54% | 46% |
| Shots | 10 | 8 |
| Shots on target | 2 | 2 |
| Corners | 3 | 3 |
| Fouls | 14 | 15 |
Player of the Match: Sergiño Dest
Sergiño Dest played a decisive role in securing a point for PSV. His goal just three minutes into the second half brought the Dutch side back into the game and proved to be the most important moment of the match.
Final Score: PSV 1-1 Shakhtar Donetsk
