Ukrainian sports outlet Dynamo Kyiv reports that Shakhtar Donetsk will occupy Pot 3 in the Champions League group-stage draw held on 27 August 2026. The draw is set to begin at 19:00 Kyiv time.
The source article lists the possible opponents Shakhtar could face in the group stage, based on UEFA’s seedings. Kyiv readers tracking Ukrainian clubs in Europe should watch the draw live or follow official UEFA channels to confirm pairings and match schedules; pot placement determines the range of teams Shakhtar may meet but not the exact fixtures.
Check the original Dynamo Kyiv report and UEFA’s announcements for final group compositions and match dates.