Bakayoko has emerged as a revelation for PSV, providing consistent threats from the right wing. The 21-year-old Belgian has been central to PSV’s offensive schemes, averaging 2.53 shots per game this season.

His European performances have been equally impressive, averaging 2.75 shots per game and hitting this mark in all four of his appearances. Expect Bakayoko to feature prominently in PSV’s attacking build-up and deliver at least two attempts.

Saibari, the Moroccan midfielder, is a dynamic force in PSV’s attack, often driving forward to take his chances. Averaging 2.29 shots per game domestically, he is similarly productive in Europe, with an average of 1.5 shots on target.

Given PSV’s expected dominance, Saibari will likely find himself in goal-scoring positions and should register at least one attempt on target.

Konoplia’s defensive responsibilities for Shakhtar, especially against PSV’s explosive left-hand side, make this market particularly intriguing. Likely tasked with containing Malick Tillman and Noa Lang—who have drawn a combined nine fouls in their last two games—Konoplia will face relentless pressure.

He has committed two fouls in two of his European appearances this season and will likely be forced into multiple challenges against PSV’s potent attackers.

Goals seem inevitable in this fixture, given both teams’ attacking pedigree. PSV leads the Eredivisie with a staggering 45 goals in 13 games, while Shakhtar boasts 37 goals in the same number of domestic matches.

PSV’s home games consistently hit this mark, with seven of their last eight fixtures across all competitions seeing three or more goals. Shakhtar’s last four games have followed a similar pattern, making this outcome a high probability.

Saibari’s attacking influence is undeniable, with a combination of clinical finishing and creative playmaking. He has netted multiple goals this season and registered five assists in his last eight starts.

With PSV’s attacking dominance and Saibari’s key role in their system, he has a strong chance of contributing to a goal on Wednesday night.

De Jong’s knack for finding the back of the net remains a defining trait. Despite limited domestic appearances, he has scored six goals this season and added four assists.

In Europe, he’s often preferred as the starting striker and thrives under the spotlight. Against Shakhtar’s vulnerable defence, expect the veteran forward to capitalise on chances and potentially add to his goal tally.

PSV’s attacking dominance, especially at home, is unparalleled. Averaging 7.61 shots on target per game this season, they ramp up the pressure at the Philips Stadion, where their average jumps to an extraordinary 9.0 per match.

They’ve hit 6+ shots on target in all nine of their home games, and seven of those games saw eight or more. Against Shakhtar’s leaky defence, PSV clearing this threshold is highly probable.

While PSV’s domestic discipline is commendable, their European outings have been far less restrained. Averaging just 0.62 yellow cards per game in the Eredivisie, this figure leaps to an astonishing 3.25 in the Champions League.

Shakhtar consistently draws fouls and cards from their opponents, with all four of their group-stage rivals receiving at least two yellow cards.

The referee, Urs Schnyder, is known for his strictness, averaging an astonishing 7.25 yellows per game this season. Numerous PSV players are likely to find themselves in his book again.