Shakhtar - Marseille prediction and betting tips on February 15, 2024

Prediction on game Shakhtar Donetsk wont lose

Odds: 1.69

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Shakhtar Donetsk will play their first match in the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 in Hamburg, at the Volksparkstadion, against French side Marseille. Will Shakhtar manage to gain a comfortable advantage in the first leg? Here's the predictionfor this match from Dailysports experts.

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Shakhtar

Under Marino Pusic's guidance, the Shakhtar team performed admirably during the group stage of the premier European club tournament. While they didn't advance to the playoffs, the level of play displayed by the "miners" undoubtedly pleased their fans. Their impressive away match against Antwerp and victory over Barcelona in Hamburg are particularly noteworthy achievements.

Initially, things didn't go smoothly for Marino Pusic's squad in the Ukrainian league. However, they entered the winter break occupying the fourth position in the table, with two games in hand. Ultimately, it's Shakhtar who leads the Ukrainian Premier League in terms of lost points.

Heading into the Marseille clash, the "Orange-Blacks" have undergone a series of friendlies, with mixed results. For instance, they secured a victory against Polish side Lech, but suffered a defeat against modest Czech side Graffin Vlasim.

Marseille

Marseille had no issues during the group stage of the Europa League. Despite facing a solid selection of teams in their group - Brighton, Ajax, and AEK - the "southerners" finished in second place, conceding the top spot to Brighton in a direct confrontation in the final matchday.

In the French league, the "Provence club" is performing below their usual standards, currently sitting in eighth place in Ligue 1. For instance, last weekend, Gennaro Gattuso's side failed to defeat Metz at home (1-1). This dropped points extended Marseille's winless streak to five matches in the league.

Marseille was also eliminated from the French Cup, losing in a penalty shootout to Rennes. It's worth noting that Marseille struggles significantly in away matches. In 10 Ligue 1 away games, the "Provence club" has secured just one victory outside the "Orange Velodrome."

Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history

• Shakhtar and Marseille crossed paths in the spring of 2009 when the "miners" defeated Marseille twice on their way to triumph in the UEFA Cup.

Shakhtar - Marseille Prediction

In the fall, Shakhtar suffered a loss to Porto in Hamburg, but under Marino Pusic's leadership, they achieved two victories. We believe that the "miners" should avoid defeat in this match. Our bet for this game is "Shakhtar to not lose" with odds of 1.69.

Prediction on game Shakhtar Donetsk wont lose

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