HNK Rijeka faced FC Shakhtar Donetsk on December 18, 2025, in an exciting match held at their home ground. This match was crucial for HNK Rijeka, which was fighting for a better position in the group stage of the competition. Unfortunately, the result ended in a 0-0 draw, which did not meet the club's ambitions. The players gave their all but were unable to find the back of the net against their opponents. Key moments of the match included several missed opportunities and outstanding saves from the goalkeeper. HNK Rijeka will now need to analyze this match and prepare for upcoming challenges in the HNL. Fans are expecting improvements in the next matches to ensure better results and a return to form.