Shakhtar Donetsk produced a dramatic late fightback to beat AEK Athens 3-1 in the UEFA Champions League, scoring twice in the closing stages to overturn a deficit and claim all three points at Stamford Bridge.

AEK Athens had taken the lead and looked set to hold on, but Shakhtar refused to be beaten. The Ukrainian side mounted a relentless second-half push and ultimately struck twice late on to seal a memorable comeback victory.

The result caps a fine European evening for Shakhtar Donetsk, who continue to play their home fixtures at neutral venues due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Stamford Bridge served as the backdrop for a contest that swung decisively in their favour in the dying moments.