In a tightly contested VBET Ukrainian Cup match, Shakhtar Donetsk edged out FK Polissya Stavki with a narrow 1-0 victory. The decisive moment came in the first half when Shakhtar found the back of the net in the 45th minute, showcasing their ability to capitalize on critical scoring opportunities. Despite controlling a significant portion of the match, Shakhtar managed only one goal, underscoring FK Polissya's resilience in defense.

Statistical analysis reveals Shakhtar's dominance in terms of attacking pressure, evident from the 10 corner kicks they earned compared to Polissya's 3. This disparity highlighted Shakhtar's consistent penetration in the final third, forcing Polissya to be constantly on the defensive. However, FK Polissya's ability to limit the scoreline to a single goal, despite Shakhtar's persistent offensive threats, was a testament to their solid defensive organization.

Both teams displayed discipline with disciplined fouling and only one yellow card each in the second half. The near parity in fouls, with Polissya committing 10 to Shakhtar's 8, along with equal offsides calls, reflects the closely matched physicality and defensive strategies of both sides. However, Shakhtar's more frequent set-piece opportunities from corners ultimately tilted the balance, proving pivotal in their slim victory.

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