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As Shakhtar Donetsk prepares to host AZ Alkmaar in the UEFA Europa Conference League on April 9, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing matchup underscored by recent form and tactical strengths. Shakhtar comes into this match with a strong momentum, having won 4 of their last 5 matches. Their robust attacking play and solid defensive structure have been key to their success, particularly at home where they consistently leverage their familiarity with the pitch.
In comparison, AZ Alkmaar has also displayed competitive form, winning 3 of their last 5 fixtures. Known for their dynamic midfield and quick counter-attacking style, AZ will aim to exploit any gaps in Shakhtar’s defense, especially during transitional phases. The odds suggest a closely contested affair, with bookmakers pricing Shakhtar at 2.48 for the home win and AZ at 2.77 for the away victory.
Our predictive model assesses a 37.9% chance of a Shakhtar win, a 27.7% probability of a draw, and a 34.7% likelihood of an AZ victory, proposing a predicted final scoreline of 1:1. As both teams look to assert their dominance in the tournament, the outcome remains uncertain, making for an exciting encounter ahead.
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| Shakhtar 38.1% |
Draw 27.9% |
AZ 34% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
Outrights of UEFA Europa Conference League AZ Alkmaar: 7.98%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.52 | 3.55 | 2.79 | |
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2.52 | 3.35 | 2.82 | |
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2.55 | 3.47 | 2.86 | |
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2.4 | 3.25 | 2.7 | |
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2.48 | 3.47 | 2.77 |
Latest Results
| 19.03.26 Shakhtar Donetsk – Lech Poznań – 1:2 15.03.26 Shakhtar Donetsk – Metalist 1925 Kharkiv – 1:0 12.03.26 Lech Poznań – Shakhtar Donetsk – 1:3 06.03.26 PFC Oleksandriya – Shakhtar Donetsk – 0:1 27.02.26 Shakhtar Donetsk – Veres Rivne – 1:0 |
22.03.26 FC Groningen – AZ Alkmaar – 3:0 19.03.26 AC Sparta Prague – AZ Alkmaar – 0:4 15.03.26 AZ Alkmaar – Heracles Almelo – 4:0 12.03.26 AZ Alkmaar – AC Sparta Prague – 2:1 07.03.26 PSV Eindhoven – AZ Alkmaar – 2:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 08.07.23 AZ Alkmaar – Shakhtar Donetsk – 3:3 |
Standings
Draw
Play Offs
1/16-finals
| 1 | KuPS (21) | Lech Poznan (11) | 0 : 1, 0 : 2 |
| 2 | Shakhtar Donetsk (6) | Bye | |
| 3 | Noah (19) | AZ Alkmaar (14) | 0 : 4, 1 : 0 |
| 4 | Sparta Prague (4) | Bye | |
| 5 | Zrinjski (23) | Crystal Palace (10) | 0 : 2, 1 : 1 |
| 6 | AEK Larnaca (8) | Bye | |
| 7 | Jagiellonia (17) | Fiorentina (15) | 4 : 2, 0 : 3 |
| 8 | Rakow (2) | Bye | |
| 9 | Shkendija (22) | Samsunspor (12) | 0 : 4, 0 : 1 |
| 10 | Rayo Vallecano (5) | Bye | |
| 11 | Drita (20) | Celje (13) | 2 : 3, 2 : 3 |
| 12 | AEK Athens (3) | Bye | |
| 13 | Sigma Olomouc (24) | Lausanne (9) | 2 : 1, 1 : 1 |
| 14 | Mainz (7) | Bye | |
| 15 | Omonia (18) | Rijeka (16) | 1 : 3, 0 : 1 |
| 16 | Strasbourg (1) | Bye |
1/8-finals
| 1 | Lech Poznan (11) | Shakhtar Donetsk (6) | 2 : 1, 1 : 3 |
| 2 | AZ Alkmaar (14) | Sparta Prague (4) | 4 : 0, 2 : 1 |
| 3 | Crystal Palace (10) | AEK Larnaca (8) | 2 : 1, 0 : 0 |
| 4 | Fiorentina (15) | Rakow (2) | 2 : 1, 2 : 1 |
| 5 | Samsunspor (12) | Rayo Vallecano (5) | 1 : 0, 1 : 3 |
| 6 | Celje (13) | AEK Athens (3) | 2 : 0, 0 : 4 |
| 7 | Sigma Olomouc (24) | Mainz (7) | 0 : 2, 0 : 0 |
| 8 | Rijeka (16) | Strasbourg (1) | 1 : 1, 1 : 2 |
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Shakhtar Donetsk (6) | AZ Alkmaar (14) | |
| 2 | Crystal Palace (10) | Fiorentina (15) | |
| 3 | Rayo Vallecano (5) | AEK Athens (3) | |
| 4 | Mainz (7) | Strasbourg (1) |
Semi-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | TBD #3 | TBD #4 |
Final
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 |
UEFA Europa Conference League Outrights
1. Crystal Palace: 3.38 (24.82%)
2. Strasbourg: 4.75 (17.64%)
3. Fiorentina: 6.75 (12.41%)
4. Rayo Vallecano: 7 (11.97%)
5. Mainz: 9.5 (8.82%)
6. Shakhtar: 10 (8.38%)
7. AEK: 10.5 (7.98%)
8. AZ Alkmaar: 10.5 (7.98%)
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