Football NewsSky SportsUnverified source· 21 Aug 2026
Shakhtar to Play Champions League Home Games at Stamford Bridge
Ukrainian champions will host European nights in west London after Chelsea offer their stadium.
Shakhtar Donetsk
team
Venue
Stamford Bridge, London
Matches
At least four Champions League home games
Reason
Shakhtar exiled from Donbas Arena since 2014
Capacity
40,044
What happened. Shakhtar Donetsk have agreed to play their Champions League home matches at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge for the 2026/27 season.
- Chelsea can host due to their own absence from European football.
- Large Ukrainian community in west London influenced the choice.
- Shakhtar previously used venues in Poland, Slovenia, and Germany.
“Playing our Champions League home matches at Stamford Bridge is a special opportunity for Shakhtar.”
— Shakhtar statement
Shakhtar will play at least four matches at the iconic stadium this season.
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