Issa Doumbia gives Sporting CP victory over Shakhtar Donetsk

Sporting CP secured a 1-0 away win against Shakhtar Donetsk in the fourth matchday of the UEFA Champions League league phase, with Issa Doumbia scoring the only goal of the game.

The match was closely contested and tactical throughout the first half, despite Shakhtar Donetsk having a narrow advantage in possession. The home side recorded 53%, compared with 47% for Sporting CP.

The decisive moment came in the 59th minute, when I. Doumbia found the net to put Sporting CP ahead. His goal proved enough to give the visitors the lead and ultimately settle the contest.

Shakhtar Donetsk attempted to respond as the game progressed. F. Nazaryna was introduced for Isaque in the 67th minute, while Alisson San… was shown a yellow card in the 82nd minute.

Sporting CP resisted the late pressure and held on through added time to preserve their important victory away from home.

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