Ukraine’s Shakhtar to use ex-Russian-owned Chelsea as Champions League home
Shakhtar have not played at home since 2014 when Russia annexed the Donetsk region and now switch to Stamford Bridge.
Ukrainian football club Shakhtar Donetsk has announced that they will play their UEFA Champions League home matches at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge this season. The club expressed that this decision provides a unique opportunity to host European fixtures at one of football's most iconic venues. According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on X, the Ukrainian club stated, "Shakhtar Donetsk will play Champions League home games at Stamford Bridge this season."
The club's statement emphasized the special nature of this opportunity, thanking Chelsea Football Club for the chance to utilize Stamford Bridge for their European home games. Shakhtar also conveyed their gratitude to Chelsea for allowing them to use the London stadium, stating, "We are grateful to Chelsea Football Club for the opportunity to host our games at this special venue."
The move means that Shakhtar will be welcoming their Champions League opponents at Stamford Bridge instead of their traditional home ground, as they continue to participate in Europe's premier club competition.
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