Shakhtar defeats Brest 2-0, keeps Champions League hopes alive

Shakhtar Donetsk maintained their Champions League hopes with a 2-0 victory over Brest in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. Brazilian winger Kevin opened the scoring in the 18th minute after capitalizing on a defensive error by Brest's captain, Brendan Chardonnet. Heorhiy Sudakov then added a second with a Panenka-style penalty just before halftime, following a foul on Irakli Azarov. This win leaves Shakhtar with seven points, still in contention for a playoff spot, while Brest, with 13 points, remains positioned to qualify for the knockout stage if they can secure a top-eight finish. Brest's next match against Real Madrid will be crucial for their advancement. Shakhtar's performance marked a significant step toward their first knockout stage appearance since 2018.