FC Shakhtar Donetsk vs Rijeka Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – December 18

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

W W D D W

6th place in Group A

0-0

18/12/2025 20:00

Rijeka

W W W D D

16th place in Group A

UEFA Europa Conference League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Shakhtar Donetsk vs Rijeka on December 18, 2025 (kick-off: 20:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Shakhtar Donetsk vs Rijeka preview before placing for you.

FC Shakhtar Donetsk are currently 6th with 13 points after 6 matches.
Rijeka sit 16th with 9 points from 6 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: FC Shakhtar Donetsk to win with probability 62%.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

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Pred

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Weather

20:00

2025-12-18

FC Shakhtar Donetsk vs Rijeka - Prediction & Odds

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Rijeka

2025-12-18 20:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/12/2025

Group A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Strasbourg	16	6	5	1	0	11	5	6
02 Rakow Czestochowa	14	6	4	2	0	9	2	7
03 AEK Athens	13	6	4	1	1	14	7	7
04 AC Sparta Prague	13	6	4	1	1	10	3	7
05 Rayo Vallecano	13	6	4	1	1	13	7	6
06 FC Shakhtar Donetsk	13	6	4	1	1	10	5	5
07 FSV Mainz 05	13	6	4	1	1	7	3	4
08 AEK Larnaca	12	6	3	3	0	7	1	6
09 Lausanne Sports	11	6	3	2	1	6	3	3
10 Crystal Palace	10	6	3	1	2	11	6	5
11 Lech Poznan	10	6	3	1	2	12	8	4
12 Samsunspor	10	6	3	1	2	10	6	4
13 NK Publikum Celje	10	6	3	1	2	8	7	1
14 AZ Alkmaar	10	6	3	1	2	7	7	0
15 Fiorentina	9	6	3	0	3	8	5	3
16 Rijeka	9	6	2	3	1	5	2	3
17 Jagiellonia Bialystok	9	6	2	3	1	5	4	1
18 Omonia Nicosia FC	8	6	2	2	2	5	4	1
19 FC Noah	8	6	2	2	2	6	7	-1
20 KF Drita Gjilan	8	6	2	2	2	4	8	-4
21 KuPs	7	6	1	4	1	6	5	1
22 FK Shkendija 79	7	6	2	1	3	4	5	-1
23 HSK Zrinjski Mostar	7	6	2	1	3	8	10	-2
24 Sigma Olomouc	7	6	2	1	3	7	9	-2
25 CS Universitatea Craiova	7	6	2	1	3	6	8	-2
26 Lincoln Red Imps FC	7	6	2	1	3	7	15	-8
27 Dynamo Kyiv	6	6	2	0	4	9	9	0
28 Legia Warszawa	6	6	2	0	4	8	8	0
29 Slovan Bratislava	6	6	2	0	4	5	9	-4
30 Breidablik	5	6	1	2	3	6	11	-5
31 Shamrock Rovers	4	6	1	1	4	7	13	-6
32 Hacken	3	6	0	3	3	5	8	-3
33 Hamrun Spartans	3	6	1	0	5	4	11	-7
34 Shelbourne	2	6	0	2	4	0	7	-7
35 Aberdeen	2	6	0	2	4	3	14	-11
36 Rapid Wien	1	6	0	1	5	3	14	-11

FC Shakhtar Donetsk Last 6 matches

14/12/2025 16:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk 5 - 0 FK Epitsentr Dunayivtsi UKR D1

11/12/2025 20:00

Hamrun Spartans 0 - 2 FC Shakhtar Donetsk UEFA ECL

06/12/2025 13:30

Kolos Kovalyovka 0 - 0 FC Shakhtar Donetsk UKR D1

01/12/2025 16:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk 2 - 2 Kryvbas UKR D1

27/11/2025 20:00

Shamrock Rovers 1 - 2 FC Shakhtar Donetsk UEFA ECL

22/11/2025 16:00

Obolon Kiev 0 - 6 FC Shakhtar Donetsk UKR D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Rijeka

11/12/2025 20:00

Rijeka 3 - 0 NK Publikum Celje UEFA ECL

06/12/2025 17:00

Rijeka 3 - 1 HNK Vukovar 91 CRO D1

03/12/2025 12:00

Mladost Zdralovi 1 - 4 Rijeka CRO Cup

30/11/2025 14:00

NK Lokomotiva Zagreb 1 - 1 Rijeka CRO D1

27/11/2025 20:00

Rijeka 0 - 0 AEK Larnaca UEFA ECL

22/11/2025 17:00

Rijeka 5 - 0 Hajduk Split CRO D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

334

Avg. per game

1.11

Conceded

173

Avg. per game

0.58

Scored

311

Avg. per game

1.04

Conceded

166

Avg. per game

0.55

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

191 (64%)109 (36%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

179 (60%)121 (40%)

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Recent matches

Rijeka

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

Under /Over

(29%)13 32(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(16%)7 38(84%)

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

/Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(36%)16 29(64%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Rijeka

Shots

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Total shots

11.81 avg / game

Blocked

190 total

Avg. 3.28

Rijeka

Total shots

12.55 avg / game

Blocked

522 total

Avg. 3.84

FC Shakhtar Donetsk Pass Rijeka

Total passes

29091

Avg. 469 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

57%

Total passes

73210

Avg. 394 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

300

Played games

Rijeka

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.42

127

Clean sheets

123

0.41

4.58

1375

Corners

1476

4.92

3.47

1041

Throw-ins

2004

6.68

0.86

258

Offsides

388

1.29

1.48

444

GK saves

527

1.76

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

DISCIPLINARY

Rijeka

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.44

432

552

1.84

0.07

0.09

6.01

1803

Fouls

2769

9.23

2.67

802

Tackles

2417

8.06

NEXT MATCHES

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08/15

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How We Build the FC Shakhtar Donetsk vs Rijeka Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Shakhtar Donetsk vs Rijeka on 18 December 2025 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this UEFA Europa Conference League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

FC Shakhtar Donetsk vs Rijeka Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess FC Shakhtar Donetsk's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Rijeka's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

UEFA Europa Conference League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live UEFA Europa Conference League standings and the UEFA Europa Conference League form table to understand exactly where FC Shakhtar Donetsk and Rijeka sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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