UCL: Bologna Holds Shakhtar Donetsk to a Draw in Historic Champions League Match

Bologna draws 0-0 with Shakhtar Donetsk in their historic Champions League match, extending their unbeaten European home run to 28 matches.

 

Bologna's long-awaited return to the Champions League ended in a thrilling 0-0 draw against Ukrainian champions Shakhtar Donetsk at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara. This match marked the Italian side's first appearance in Europe's elite competition since the 1964-65 European Cup.

The game got off to a fiery start, with Shakhtar Donetsk awarded a penalty in the fourth minute after Bologna defender Stefan Posch fouled Eguinaldo. However, Polish goalkeeper Lukasz Skorupski came to the rescue, saving Heorhiy Sudakov's low spot-kick.

As the game progressed, Bologna gained momentum, with Santiago Castro and Giovanni Fabbian testing Shakhtar's keeper Dmytro Riznyk. Despite creating several scoring opportunities, neither team could break the deadlock, extending Bologna's unbeaten European home run to 28 matches.

Match Highlights:

Fourth-minute penalty save: Lukasz Skorupski denies Heorhiy Sudakov's spot-kick

Castro's effort saved: Santiago Castro's shot is blocked by Dmytro Riznyk

Fabbian's double chance: Giovanni Fabbian's two attempts are saved by Riznyk