Shakhtar FC will take part in Dubai Cup 2011, with Armenian team halfback Henrikh Mkhitaryan as a part of the club.

On 20th January, the Group A Squad will rival Al Hilal FC, Saudi professional league winner. Two days later, the Pitmen will face Zilina from Slovakia.

Zenit (Russia), Persepolis (Iran) and Sparta (the Czech Republic) will appear in Group B.

The Dubai Cup Winner will be announced after the final game on January 26.