Shakhtar Donetsk conducted a training session on December 17 in Kraków, Poland. This session took place a day before their crucial UEFA Conference League match against Rijeka.
Training Insights in Kraków
The training occurred at the Stadion Miejski im. Henryka Reymana, the same venue that will host their upcoming game. The first 15 minutes of the session were open to media, adhering to UEFA guidelines. Journalists witnessed the team warming up and participating in ball drills.
Focus of the Training Session
After the media’s departure, coach Arda Turan and his team engaged in closed-door exercises. Their focus included:
- Ball control and tackling
- Short and medium passing techniques
- Combination play strategies
- Set pieces preparation
- Shooting practice
The training session lasted approximately one hour. This preparation is essential as Shakhtar aims for a strong performance against Rijeka.
Match Details
The UEFA Conference League match is scheduled for December 18, at 22:00 Kyiv time (21:00 CET). Fans can purchase tickets for this significant final encounter of the year.
