Highlights
Eric Weisbach
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90'
+ 6
Full-time: Elversberg 1-4 Schalke
Schalke win their away match against the league leaders after proving significantly more effective in the second half. The away victory is deserved, even by this margin. Elversberg looked set to hit back after scoring the equaliser, but the hosts lacked the cutting edge to capitalise.
Full-time
90'
+ 3
Gerezgiher tries again
In a central position in front of goal, the substitute takes a shot from the edge of the penalty area, but fires the ball straight into Heekeren's arms.
90'
+ 1
Stoppage time begins
There will be five minutes added on.
90'
Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes
Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes
Through high-end camera technology and machine learning, the speed of each player is evaluated in real time. Top speed then means, the fastest measured single frame of a player/game.
88'
Donkor's lucky escape
From a dangerous cross into the Schalke penalty area, Donkor sticks out a foot and nearly scores an own goal - but Heekeren blocks.
86'
Under control
Schalke are now confidently playing out the match and not allowing much to happen. It seems as if Schalke are closer to scoring a fifth goal than Elversberg are to pulling one back.
84'
Substitution
84'
Substitution
83'
Another tactical foul
Another Elversberg player sees yellow after ireegularly preventing a counter-attack.
81'
Counter-attack thwarted
Pinckert catches Sylla's foot and stops the Schalke counter-attack.
80'
Substitution
79'
Surgical Schalke
xGoals
The xGoals value of a club is calculated from the sum of all goal probabilities (goals and shots on goal) of that team. During a match, it’s easy to see whether the club is performing better than expected (goals > xGoals) - or maybe even higher (xGoals > goals).
xGoals
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1.05
1.32
4
Goals
79'
Substitution
75'
Sylla bags a brace!
Brilliant move from Schalke! The ball moves through the attack with one-touch passing, then it's played out to Gantenbein on the right. He whips in a dangerous cross and Sylla, in true striker fashion, flicks it on at the near post into the far corner!
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
74'
Too central
Asllani is played in on the left side of the penalty area and attempts a low shot, but it's not well-placed and is easily collected by Heekeren.
74'
Substitution
72'
How will Elversberg respond?
The two-goal deficit seems to be a real shock for the home side. In the last few minutes, very little has been coming together for them. However, there's still plenty of time on the clock for a comeback.
70'
Substitution
70'
Substitution
68'
Substitution
67'
Elversberg error ruthlessly punished!
Petkov makes a misplaced pass during build-up play, and the visitors immediately pounce. Karaman gets the ball on the left side of the penalty area, keeps his composure and plays a mid-height ball to Schallenberg, who only needs to get his head on it from close range to bury it!
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
65'
Schalke settling in
By re-taking the lead, Schalke have taken the wind out of Elversberg's sails. In the last few minutes, they have been able to keep the hosts well clear from their goal.
61'
Bachmann injured
After some quick treatment, it's clear that Bachmann must come off due to injury.
61'
Substitution
59'
Strong tackle!
Petkov drives into the penalty area from the left and Aydin pokes the ball away from him with a perfect sliding tackle at the last moment. Petkov appeals for a foul, but it was likely a clean challenge.
55'
Sylla heads into the near post!
After a lengthy spell of possession, Antwi-Adjei threads the ball through to Murkin on the left side of the penalty area. He crosses from the byline for Sylla, who rises highest at the far post and heads the ball unstoppably home!
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
52'
There was more in it
Grüger plays a high ball into the penalty area, which Sylla chests down perfectly. However, he can't decide whether to shoot or pass, and in that moment loses the ball.
49'
On the front foot
Elversberg are applying considerable pressure here after the restart, roundly controlling the opening minutes.
46'
We're back under way!
Both teams return unchanged as the home side get the second half started.
Kick-off!
45'
+ 2
Half-time: Elversberg 1-1 Schalke
In an evenly matched first half, league leaders Elversberg have had slightly more of the ball and the more dangerous attacking moves. However, the visitors from Gelsenkirchen are also playing well. It's wide open at the break!
Half-time
45'
+ 1
Stoppage time begins
There will be 60 seconds added on.
44'
Nearly the lead!
Asllani is the final link in a dangerous Elversberg counter-attack. He shoots from just under 15 metres out on the right side of the box, but puts the ball centimetres over the crossbar!
40'
Bulut from distance
The right-back winds up and has a go from over 20 metres out, but his shot goes well over the bar.
Sickinger wheels away to celebrate
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36'
Strong ball from Kristof
Just outside his own penalty area, the goalkeeper plays a sharp pass to the right flank, playing Petkov perfectly into space. However, forward's attempt to cross is then blocked.
33'
Brief treatment break
Schmahl has gone down after an aerial duel in his own penalty area and requires treatment.
30'
Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes
Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes
Through high-end camera technology and machine learning, the speed of each player is evaluated in real time. Top speed then means, the fastest measured single frame of a player/game.
29'
Aydin misses
A cross from the left slips through to right-winger Aydin, who shoots somewhat hastily. His effort flies a few metres wide of the left post.
25'
Sickinger's shot slips through!
Schalke's goalkeeper Heekeren doesn't look good here. Sickinger takes a shot from the right side of the penalty area, but the shot isn't particularly well-placed. Heekeren tries to catch it, but the ball slips through his gloves and finds the back of the net!
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
22'
The league leaders are improving
Slowly but surely, the home side are taking control of the match, pushing Schalke increasingly onto the back foot.
20'
Neubauer!
The left-back has the ball about 18 metres out, slightly to the left of goal. On his strong left foot, he lets fly only to see Heekeren claw the ball out of the left corner!
19'
Karaman protests
Karaman protests loudly because he believes he saw a hand-ball after his headed effort. However, play continues, and VAR does not intervene.
16'
Asllani again
The striker is targeted with a free-kick from the right side, but his header from the scramble in front of the Schalke goal goes well wide.
14'
The first yellow
Murkin catches Petkov on the foot and receives the first yellow card of the match.
11'
Karaman secures the lead single-handedly!
From the left flank, the Schalke captain cuts inside, leaves two Elversberg players for dead with a body feint and close ball control, and then fires the ball into the top corner from about 15 metres out!
Goal probability
Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
Distance to Goal
Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
10'
Lacking precision
After a brilliant switch of play, Neubauer delivers a delicate cross into the centre, but Asllani fails to get his header on target from 10 metres out.
6'
First big chance!
Zimmerschied slips the ball through to Damar at the right moment, and he breaks into the left side of the area in front of Heekeren. He tries a chip shot, but the Schalke goalkeeper anticipates well and blocks the ball with his upper body.
4'
Well over
A long throw-in into the Elversberg penalty area is cleared and falls for Murkin in the space outside the box. He doesn't hesitate and has a go, but blasts the ball several metres over the crossbar!
1'
Kick-off!
Decked out in dark blue shirts, Schalke kick off against Elversberg in their white kits.
Kick-off!
Last-minute change
Seguin has injured himself during the warm-up. Grüger will start in his place.
One change for the hosts
Damar gets to start behind the forwards today. Last week, Schnellbacher, who is on the bench today, played in that position.
No notes
Van Wonderen starts with the same team that earned a point at home to Fortuna Düsseldorf last weekend.
Elversberg starting XI
Kristof - Baum, Pinckert, Rohr, Neubauer - Sickinger, Schmahl - Petkov, Damar, Zimmerschied - Asllani
Schalke starting XI
Heekeren - Bulut, Schallenberg, Kamiński, Murkin - Seguin, Bachmann - Aydin, Karaman, Antwi-Adjei - Sylla
The stage is set
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New Striker
Elversberg's squad will see an addition in January 2025: Younes Ebnoutalib. The 21-year-old centre-forward, who can also play on the left wing, has been playing for FC Gießen in the Regionalliga Südwest. He will sign a three-and-a-half-year contract with Kaiserlinde that will run through to summer 2028.
Horst Steffen on facing Schalke
"It will be an exciting game. Of course, we want it to be a nice farewell to the year - we want to play a good match in front of our home crowd and in a great atmosphere to keep the points at home. We're facing a very good opponent. Schalke are currently working very hard. They have good routines both in defence and attack, with plenty of pace in their game."
Kees van Wonderen on facing Elversberg
"We want to continue on the current path and finish the year with a win. We've worked well this week and can take the confidence with us to Elversberg. Elversberg don't have such great resources, yet they're top of the table. Their team wants to play football and has creative players. They don't panic when they lose a match, and they've won four of their last five games."
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The best of the second division leaders!
Old Acquaintances
Maurice Neubauer was German champion with Schalke's U19 team in 2015, and he was on the pitch during their final 3-1 victory against Julian Nagelsmann's Hoffenheim side.
Always the first goal
After two official matches - a 2-1 win and a 1-1 draw in Bundesliga 2 last season - Elversberg are yet to fall behind against Schalke.
Not defeated
Elversberg and Schalke met for the first time in a competitive match last season, with the Saarland side remaining unbeaten so far (2-1 away and 1-1 at home).
Hello and welcome!
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