You will not read about the war between Ukraine and Russia in this place, but one thing is indisputable. The Ukrainian spirit is indomitable. Tonight, the players of Belgian Antwerp found out the hard way.
The home team had a two-goal advantage after the first half. However, Shakhtar rallied and on the wings of Danilo Sikan achieved a complete turnaround and victory – 3:2!
It’s really unreal how the Ukrainians managed to turn the game around in less than half an hour. This victory will be celebrated as if it brought six points, not three.
There was no hint that Shakhtar would celebrate in the end. In the first game at home, everything started almost perfectly for Antwerpen. In the third minute, Arbnor Muja outsmarted the opponent’s defense and hit the net.
Already in the 33rd minute, Mitchel Balikviša doubled the lead. He ran away from the Shakhtar defense and just crossed the running Dmitr Riznik. Even VAR was looked at because of offside, which in the end was not there.
The role of Arthur Vermeeren must also be mentioned. Not only was he an assist for both goals, but he also caused serious unrest in the ranks of the Ukrainian team whenever he ran into the goal with the ball.
Intoxicated by the good game and the result, the Antwerp players had no idea what was in store for them in the second part of the game. It all started with a hit after incredible confusion. It’s best to see it yourself, it’s hard to tell…
