With a significant absence the Shakhtar Donetsk In the European match against Panathinaicon Thursday (7/8/25, 21:00) at the OAKA, for the 3rd qualifying round of the Europa League, as Brazilian striker Kevin has suffered a muscle injury.
According to a Ukrainian media report, Kevin was injured in the rematch with Besiktas and was already absent from the league match with Epitchend. His injury has even proved more serious than expected and is now being knocked out of the mission of Panathinaikos.
This is a particularly noticeable loss, as Kevin was decisive in qualifying for Besiktas, scoring 3 of his team’s 6 goals in the two games. In total, it counts 55 appearances with Shakhtar’s jersey, scoring 16 goals and distributed 10 assists.
The exact period of his recovery remains unknown, which makes it doubtful and his involvement in the repeat of Krakow.
In addition to Kevin, Shakhtar will not have Lasina Traore, with the Ukrainians having two significant absences in view of the match.