Shakhtar Donetsk vs Kolos prediction and betting tips on March 8, 2024
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On the 8th of March, within the framework of the Ukrainian Premier League, Shakhtar Donetsk will encounter Kolos. Our analysts have crafted a prediction for this encounter.
Shakhtar Donetsk
The "Miners" are conventionally the primary contenders for the championship title. Currently placed second, they trail the leader by just one point, with two games in hand. Dynamo Kyiv stands as their primary rival, lagging behind by 3 points but having played one game less. Shakhtar has already been eliminated from European competitions, succumbing in the Europa League playoffs to Marseille. In the latest fixture, they engaged in a captivating duel, triumphing over Krivbass with a scoreline of 5-2. However, they were unable to overcome Alexandria, yet later were awarded a technical victory against the opponent.
Kolos
One of the most uneventful teams in the UPL, occupying the eighth position in the league table. They maintain a comfortable nine-point gap from the relegation zone. In the previous match, the team suffered a defeat against Rukh with a narrow margin of 0-1, following a victory over Veres. Matches involving Kolos tend to be exceedingly mundane, averaging only 1.3 goals per game. Only in one match out of eighteen did the goal count exceed 2. The team exhibits a clear emphasis on defense, having conceded the fewest goals in the championship, tallying a mere 11 goals in 18 encounters.
Interesting Match Facts and Head-to-Head History
- In the first round, Shakhtar secured a 2-0 victory, notably enduring a numerical disadvantage for a considerable portion of the match.
- Kolos has never emerged victorious against Shakhtar in official encounters, enduring 9 defeats and clinching a solitary draw.
Shakhtar Donetsk vs Kolos Prediction
The "Miners" stand as substantial favorites in the impending clash. However, Kolos possesses adept defensive capabilities, making it challenging for Shakhtar to penetrate such a well-organized defense. There are no indications for an exhilarating match; although the Donetsk club is prolific in scoring, we do not anticipate an abundance of goals. Therefore, we advocate for a total goal count under 3.
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