Annoying but not worrying. Brest conceded its second defeat in the Champions League this year against Shakhar Donetsk (2-0). A logical result which keeps away the dreams of a top 8 after a performance that was just as average as normal for a team of the caliber of the Pirates.
Playing in a neutral and almost empty stadium against a team coming out of three friendly matches to stay in shape had all the makings of a trap. The people of Brest fell into it. Éric Roy's men arrived with confidence after three victories in a row. But unlike them, the Ukrainians absolutely had to win. A different pressure that was immediately felt.
Goldfinch sinks, Sudakov shines
-Faced with the desire of Shakhtar players, the Brest midfielder was eaten up both in the defensive and offensive phases. Too few recoveries and no more passes to Ludovic Ajorque and Mama Baldé, alone. But it was above all the Bretons' defense which was costly during the first 45 minutes.
