Shakhtar Donetsk and Cherkasy meet at Arena Lviv, Lviv today at 5:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Premier League. Shakhtar Donetsk hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Shakhtar Donetsk come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). Cherkasy travel in mixed form (2W 1D 2L), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

History strongly favours Shakhtar Donetsk here — they've won 4 of 6 previous meetings against Cherkasy, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 2–2 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.6 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Shakhtar Donetsk look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Cherkasy will make it uncomfortable. Shakhtar Donetsk to win.