Eintracht have registered only wins so far

Shakhtar didn't manage to qualify to Champions League quarter-finals since they drew 1-1 with Lyon in their last game. They continue their journey in Europa League which they had won in 2009. Furthermore, they haven't played any competitive match yet after the winter break as the Ukrainian Premier League starts after ten days. During this period, they've performed in many friendly games. The 3-0 win vs Lech Poznan was the most remarkable of them. Brazilian midfielder Dentinho and defender V.Bondarenko will be missing tonight.     

Eintracht were quite impressive in the Europa League group stage. They registered 6 wins in an equal number of games vs Lazio, Marseille, and Apollon Lemesou, home and away. Their journey in Bundesliga is also successful as they sit in the 5th place with high expectations. In their most recent game, they had a bore draw with Leipzig and missed the chance to get closer to the top-four spots. Captain D.Abraham (defender) as well as T.Chandler and Lucas Torró won't perform tonight.

Shakhtar are the favourites based on the odds, but how could we trust a team who had played their last official game two months ago? On the other hand, Eintracht's performance was great in the group stage and they seem more than ready. The away win is offered at quite decent odds so it will be my call.