Nordsjaelland saw in their first ever Champions League campaign with a 2-0 away defeat to Shakhtar Donetsk.
The defending Danish champions enjoyed the lion’s share of possession at the Donbass Arena but were eventually overcome by the hosts’ killer instinct in front of goal.
Mkhitaryan connected with Luiz Adriano’s cross to break the visitors’ resolve shortly before the interval. And the Armenian striker pounced on a rebound to complete his double and seal all three points with 14 minutes remaining.
Kasper Hjulmand’s side then welcomed Chelsea to Parken Stadium for their home debut in Europe’s top competition. But the Danes’ inability to convert their possession into goalscoring opportunities came back to haunt them again, with Roberto Di Matteo’s men taking full advantage to run out 4-0 winners.
The Blues went into the interval a goal in front after Juan Mata steered home Frank Lampard’s fine assist. And after initially struggling to extend their lead during a relatively one-sided second period, further strikes from David Luiz, Ramires and Mata secured a comfortable success.
Source: Juventus.com
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