Ukraine football rivalry

Ukrainian Klasychne

Dynamo Kyiv v Shakhtar Donetsk

Rivalry intensity

Ground separation 368.0 miles

Contested since 1938 in the Soviet Union but rivalry grew from 1996 when the teams were two main contenders for the Ukranian national title.

Rivalry ground map

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Stadium location

The rivalry grounds

Dynamo Kyiv

Olimpiyskiy National Sports Complex · 70,050 capacity

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Shakhtar Donetsk

Donbass Arena · 52,187 capacity

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Things to do near the rivalry grounds

Attractions, tours and activities around the midpoint of the two stadiums.

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