Shakhtar Donetsk have formally confirmed that they’ll play their Champions League dwelling matches at Stamford Bridge throughout the 2026/27 marketing campaign.
Softfootball gathered The Ukrainian membership will quickly use Chelsea’s iconic stadium as their European dwelling, with the settlement offering Shakhtar and their supporters with the chance to expertise Champions League soccer in London.
Shakhtar described the association as a “particular alternative” and expressed their gratitude to Chelsea for permitting them to host their matches at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea additionally confirmed their choice to offer the stadium for Shakhtar’s European marketing campaign, with the membership saying they sit up for welcoming the Ukrainian aspect and dealing intently with them to make sure matchdays function safely and easily.
For Shakhtar, Stamford Bridge represents a historic venue as they put together to compete in Europe’s elite competitors, with the membership anticipating the London fixtures to create memorable experiences for each Ukrainian and English supporters.
In the meantime, Chelsea stay centered on resolving a number of points earlier than the switch window closes.
Essential days are forward for Nicolas Jackson, with Aston Villa persevering with to indicate curiosity within the Senegal worldwide. Villa have adopted Jackson since August 2025 and will intensify their pursuit if Ollie Watkins completes his proposed transfer to Al Hilal.
Chelsea’s choice stays a everlasting answer for Jackson, making his state of affairs one to look at intently within the last levels of the window.
