Champions League· League Stage - 4· Stamford Bridge
Shakhtar Donetsk
Sporting CP3 Nov
Shakhtar Donetsk vs Sporting CP Prediction & Betting Tips
Tuesday, 3 November 2026 · Kick-off
Our prediction
Both teams to score
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Predicted score
1-2
Fair odds
1.70
Expected goals
1.2 - 1.8
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More Shakhtar Donetsk vs Sporting CP tips
| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH2 +1.5Sporting CP +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 89% | 1.12 | - |
| X2Sporting CP or Draw | 77% | 1.30 | - |
| AH1 +1.5Shakhtar Donetsk +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 72% | 1.38 | - |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 65% | 1.55 | - |
| 1XShakhtar Donetsk or Draw | 61% | 1.65 | - |
| O2.5Over 2.5 goals | 58% | 1.73 | - |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 42% | 2.36 | - |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 41% | 2.42 | - |
| 2Sporting CP to win | 39% | 2.54 | - |
| XDraw | 38% | 2.65 | - |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 35% | 2.83 | - |
| AH2 -1.5Sporting CP -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 28% | 3.62 | - |
| 1Shakhtar Donetsk to win | 23% | 4.39 | - |
| AH1 -1.5Shakhtar Donetsk -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 11% | 9.27 | - |
Shakhtar Donetsk vs Sporting CP preview & analysis
Match preview
Shakhtar Donetsk host Sporting CP in the Champions League (League Stage - 4) at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, 3 November 2026, with kick-off at 17:45 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Team form
Shakhtar Donetsk arrive in superb form, with 5 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 15 and conceding 1. Most recently they beat AEK Athens FC 3-1 at home. They're 11th in the table with 4 points from 2 games. Sporting CP arrive in mixed form, with 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 11 and conceding 5. Most recently they beat Lens 2-0 away. They're 6th in the table with 6 points from 2 games.
What the numbers say
Our model makes Sporting CP narrow favourites: Shakhtar Donetsk 23%, draw 38%, Sporting CP 39%. We expect around 3.0 goals (1.2 - 1.8 in expected goals), with 58% for over 2.5 and 59% for both teams to score.
Our tip
Both attacks are firing and neither defence has been keeping clean sheets. We expect goals at both ends. Our pick is Both teams to score, which our model rates at a 59% chance. For a bigger price, the most likely correct score is Shakhtar Donetsk 1-2 Sporting CP.
Recent form
Shakhtar Donetsk- 14 OctHAEK Athens FC3-1
- 9 OctAVeres Rivne3-0
- 2 OctHKryvbas KR3-0
- 20 SeptHLNZ Cherkasy3-0
- 17 SeptAVilkhivtsi3-0
Sporting CP- 13 OctALens2-0
- 9 OctASC Braga3-1
- 19 SeptHArouca2-2
- 13 SeptAFamalicao1-1
- 9 SeptHGalatasaray3-1
Champions League table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Paris Saint Germain | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +7 | 6 |
| 2 |  Barcelona | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +7 | 6 |
| 3 |  Aston Villa | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +7 | 6 |
| 4 |  VfB Stuttgart | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 6 |
| 5 |  Liverpool | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 6 |
| 6 | Sporting CP | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 6 |
| 7 |  Arsenal | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 6 |
| 8 |  Real Madrid | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +2 | 6 |
| 9 |  Real Betis | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +2 | 6 |
| 10 |  Bayern München | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +5 | 4 |
| 11 | Shakhtar Donetsk | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +2 | 4 |
| 12 |  Como | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 3 |
| 13 |  Manchester United | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 3 |
Shakhtar Donetsk vs Sporting CP: FAQ
What is the Shakhtar Donetsk vs Sporting CP prediction?
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Our tip is Both teams to score. Our predicted score is Shakhtar Donetsk 1-2 Sporting CP.
Who is the favourite to win Shakhtar Donetsk vs Sporting CP?
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Sporting CP are favourites. Our model gives Shakhtar Donetsk a 23% chance of winning, Sporting CP 39%, and the draw 38%.
Will both teams score in Shakhtar Donetsk vs Sporting CP?
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We rate both teams to score at 59%, so BTTS Yes is likely.
When does Shakhtar Donetsk vs Sporting CP kick off?
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Shakhtar Donetsk vs Sporting CP kicks off at 17:45 UTC on Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at Stamford Bridge, London.
