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Sergino Dest and Kodai Sano react to PSV draw

Sergino Dest described PSV Eindhoven's 1-1 Champions League draw against Shakhtar Donetsk as 'bitter' despite scoring a vital second-half equaliser. Meanwhile, team-mate Kodai Sano expressed pride after fulfilling his childhood dream by making his debut in the competition.

Ruben van Bommel reacts to Shakhtar draw and media criticism

Ruben van Bommel expressed disappointment after PSV Eindhoven opened their UEFA Champions League campaign with a 1-1 draw against Shakhtar Donetsk. The winger also hit out at public criticism following his controversial Eredivisie challenge on Ajax defender Aaron Bouwman.

FC Shakhtar Donetsk Training Session And Press Conference - UEFA Conference League 2025/26 Semi-Final Second Leg

Mykola Matviyenko targets PSV redemption in Champions League return

Shakhtar Donetsk captain Mykola Matviyenko has called on his side to settle an old debt against PSV as they return to the Champions League. The defender praised head coach Arda Turan for mentally preparing their inexperienced squad for the high-pressure clash in Eindhoven.

Arda Turan channels Guus Hiddink after Shakhtar's long bus trip

Shakhtar Donetsk head coach Arda Turan has reflected on the lessons learned from legendary manager Guus Hiddink ahead of facing PSV. The Turkish boss guided his side through a grueling border-crossing bus journey from Lviv before promising a courageous approach in Eindhoven.

Ivan Perisic targets PSV progress ahead of Shakhtar opener

Ivan Perisic has called on PSV Eindhoven to take a major step forward in the Champions League as they host Shakhtar Donetsk. The experienced winger urged his team-mates to avoid past opening-day mistakes while fiercely defending young forward Ruben van Bommel following recent media criticism.

Peter Bosz insists mature PSV are ready for Shakhtar Donetsk

PSV Eindhoven manager Peter Bosz insists his side are vastly improved and far more mature ahead of their Champions League opener against Shakhtar Donetsk. The Dutch coach also brushed off media controversy surrounding Ruben van Bommel, labelling the ongoing public outrage laughably ridiculous.