Arda Turan makes historic start at Shakhtar

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11 July 2025 13:26
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Arda Turan makes historic start at Shakhtar

Arda Turan starts Shakhtar reign with record-breaking win.

According to Idman.biz, Turkish coach Arda Turan has made a sensational start to his tenure at Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk, leading the team to a 6–0 victory over Finnish side Ilves in his first official match during the UEFA Europa League qualifiers.

This result marks Shakhtar's biggest-ever win in European qualification rounds. The previous record was a 5–1 win against Estonia’s Levadia in the second qualifying round of the 2000 Champions League. Turan’s debut has now broken a record that had stood for 25 years.

Additionally, the 6–0 scoreline is Shakhtar’s second-largest victory in all European competitions. The club’s record remains a 7–0 win over Belarusian side BATE Borisov in the 2014 Champions League group stage.

Idman.biz