The start of the game – at 15:00 Kiev time
Sudakov, Vinicius Tobias and Matviyenko – in Shakhtar’s starting lineup for the match against Ipswich
On July 14th, Shakhtar Donetsk faced off against English Championship club Ipswich Town in a pre-season friendly. The Ukrainian champions announced their starting lineup, which included three new signings – Viktor Sudakov, Vinicius Tobias and Mykola Matviyenko. The match, which kicked off at 15:00 Kiev time, was eagerly anticipated by fans of both teams.
Shakhtar’s starting lineup for the match against Ipswich was a mix of youth and experience. The team’s new signings Sudakov, Tobias and Matviyenko were joined by established players such as captain Taison, Marlos and Junior Moraes. The presence of new signings in the starting lineup was a clear indication of the team’s desire to integrate them into the squad as soon as possible.
Viktor Sudakov, a 19-year-old midfielder, joined Shakhtar from Ukrainian Premier League club Desna Chernihiv. He made his debut for the team in a friendly against Wolfsburg earlier this month. Sudakov is considered to be one of the most promising young players in Ukraine and his inclusion in the starting lineup against Ipswich is a testament to his potential.
Vinicius Tobias, a 21-year-old Brazilian forward, was signed from Portuguese club Gil Vicente. He has already made a good impression on the fans with his pace and dribbling skills. Tobias will be hoping to make a big impact in his first season with Shakhtar.
Mykola Matviyenko, a 25-year-old defender, joined Shakhtar from Ukrainian rivals Dynamo Kyiv. He has already established himself as one of the best defenders in the country and is a regular in the Ukrainian national team. Matviyenko’s experience and leadership will be crucial for Shakhtar as they aim to defend their title and make an impact in the Champions League.
The match against Ipswich was an opportunity for these new signings to showcase their talents and adapt to Shakhtar’s style of play. The team’s head coach Luis Castro was pleased with their performances and praised their integration into the squad. He said, «Sudakov, Tobias and Matviyenko have shown great potential in training and I am confident they will bring a lot to the team.»
Although the match ended in a 0-0 draw, Shakhtar dominated possession and created numerous chances. The team’s new signings impressed with their movement and passing, and it was clear that they were already starting to gel with their new teammates.
The fans were also excited to see these new signings in action. Shakhtar’s supporters have always welcomed new players with open arms and the reception for Sudakov, Tobias and Matviyenko was no different. Many fans took to social media to express their excitement and support for the new signings.
The match against Ipswich was just the beginning for Sudakov, Tobias and Matviyenko in their Shakhtar journey. With the new Ukrainian Premier League season just around the corner, they will have plenty of opportunities to prove their worth and make an impact for the team. The fans will be eagerly watching and supporting them every step of the way.
In conclusion, the start of the game at 15:00 Kiev time saw Shakhtar’s new signings – Sudakov, Tobias and Matviyenko – make their first appearance in the starting lineup. The trio showed great potential and are set to play a big role in the team’s upcoming season. The fans have already embraced them and are excited to see what they can bring to the table. The future looks bright for these new signings and for Shakhtar as a whole. The team will be hoping to build on their success and achieve even greater things with the help of Sudakov, Tobias and Matviyenko.
