Shakhtar Donetsk suffered its first defeat of the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League campaign on October 21, falling 1-0 to Inter Milan in the third round of the league phase. Despite playing with a numerical advantage for the final portion of the match, the Ukrainian side could not overcome the Italian hosts, who secured the win through a second-half goal.
Inter Milan victory despite red card
The match remained competitive throughout, with both teams generating scoring opportunities, according to reports from UNN. The turning point arrived in the 68th minute when Inter Milan player Alessandro Bastoni was sent off, reducing the hosts to 10 men.
Rather than succumbing to pressure, Inter Milan capitalized on a breakthrough shortly after the dismissal. Carlos Augusto scored the decisive goal in the 77th minute. While Shakhtar Donetsk increased its attacking intensity in the closing stages, the Inter Milan goalkeeper blocked several attempts to preserve the clean sheet and the win.
Champions League results across Europe
Additional match results from the October 21 schedule include:
- Aston Villa 3-1 Viking
- Brugge 3-0 Lens
- Real Betis 1-0 Feyenoord
- LASK 3-2 Sporting CP
Ongoing questions for the league phase
With this result, Shakhtar Donetsk concludes the third round with its first loss of the tournament.
What happened in the Inter Milan vs Shakhtar Donetsk match?
What was the score of the Inter Milan vs. Shakhtar Donetsk match?
Inter Milan defeated Shakhtar Donetsk 1-0 on October 21, 2026, during the third round of the UEFA Champions League.
Who scored the winning goal for Inter Milan?
Carlos Augusto scored the winning goal in the 77th minute of the match.
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Did any players receive red cards during the match?
Yes, Inter Milan’s Alessandro Bastoni was sent off in the 68th minute, leaving his team with 10 players for the remainder of the game.
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