Highlights
90'
+ 5
Full-time: Karlsruhe 2-0 Schalke
Shortly after Hamache attempts a volley but only hits the side netting, the match comes to a close. KSC secures a thoroughly deserved home victory. The hosts were the better team, while Schalke were too ineffective in attack and unstable at the back.
Full-time
90'
+ 3
The super-sub wants a goal too
Hunziker tries from a tight angle but fires it over the bar.
90'
+ 1
Four minutes added
The referee team adds another four minutes of stoppage time in the second half as well.
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.
Zivzivadze the hero of the day
© IMAGO/Eibner-Pressefoto/Jan Prihoda
88'
Multiple substitutions
Eichner makes several changes. Pfeiffer, Heußer and the 16-year-old Pinto Pedrosa come onto the pitch. Schalke's coach also makes substitutions, with Lasme making a comeback after his injury.
88'
Substitution
87'
Substitution
87'
Substitution
87'
Substitution
84'
No danger from Schalke's deliveries
Murkin tries a low cross, but the KSC defence is alert to the danger once again. In general, the crosses and deliveries from the visitors have been far too inaccurate today.
81'
Hunziker gets in the way
KSC continue to press forward. Wanitzek shoots from a position in off the left, but hits Hunziker, who is standing in the way. There was more potential in that chance.
79'
Top scorer comes off - Super sub comes on
The KSC hero gets to celebrate his brace, and he's replaced by super sub Hunziker, who also has two goals to his name this season. Plenty of attacking quality at KSC!
78'
Substitution
77'
The miners strive, but without reward
Schalke are trying hard, but still lack a decisive edge.
75'
Blow for Schalke
The Royal Blues had just fought their way into the match when the serial goalscorer struck, likely robbing the visitors of any hope for a point. Can S04 still conjure a small miracle here?
73'
Goal! Another for Zivzivadze
After a free kick from Schalke, where Karaman fails to make contact with the ball from an excellent position, KSC counter-attack and Zivzivadze finishes once again!
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.
71'
Schalke need more firepower
Perhaps attacking player Hamache could provide a way through.
70'
Substitution
68'
Schalke better - but not quite enough
Schalke are now coming back into the game a bit better, but as in the first half, the Royal Blues are not decisive enough. Since Sylla's chance, nothing dangerous has materialised.
67'
Substitution
64'
Sylla tries his luck
Another opportunity for the visitors. Sylla shoots from position in off the right, but the ball goes over the bar.
62'
Schallenberg heads over
Mohr's corner to the near post finds Schallenberg, who heads just over. Best chance for S04 in the match.
61'
Schleusener!
Second big chance for the striker. He gets a completely free header, but the finish from about eight metres flies just wide of the post.
59'
New signing in, new signing out
A somewhat surprising substitution. Perhaps Younes is lacking the stamina for the full 90 minutes. Now the speedy Antwi-Adjei comes on as his replacement.
58'
Substitution
57'
Franke!
Following a free-kick from Wanitzek, Franke heads the ball just wide of the right post. KSC are working towards a second goal, you can feel it.
55'
Younes with instances of creativity
Whenever Schalke manage to push forward, it's usually through Younes. His chipped pass to Karaman, who was lurking in the penalty area, is intercepted though.
Zivzivadze celebrates - His goal is the difference so far
© IMAGO/Tim Rehbein/RHR-FOTO
51'
KSC turning the screw
After Schalke's brief spark of energy at the restart, the home side has clearly taken control again.
49'
Ball out of play - no second goal for KSC
Shortly after, the ball is in the back of the net, with Zivzivadze finishing. However, the ball had gone out of play before that, so instead of a goal, it's a corner kick for Karlsruhe.
48'
Schleusener has the goal gaping!
But KSC have the first big chance! Schleusener is completely unmarked after a free kick, but Heekeren makes a brilliant save from close range.
48'
SituationNo goal
ReviewBall out of play?
DecisionNo goal
46'
Schalke look to respond
Can Schalke find a response? In their away match in Magdeburg, they managed to salvage a point after falling behind. The Royal Blues are trying to do so straight away, pressing high up the pitch.
46'
Back underway
The second half kicks off - both teams remain unchanged.
Kick-off!
45'
+ 5
Half-time: Karlsruhe 1-0 Schalke
Shortly after opening the scoring, the half-time whistle blows, with the home side going into the break with a not undeserved 1-0 lead. After a strong start from KSC, Schalke found their footing, but in the final minutes, the hosts came back into the game, and their in-form striker gave KSC the lead with his fifth goal of the season.
Half-time
45'
+ 3
Goal for KSC - Zivzivadze strikes again!
Just before half-time, the striker puts the home side in front!
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.
45'
+ 2
45'
+ 1
Four minutes added
Several fouls and stoppages result in four mintes of additional time.
45'
Schallenberg covering
KSC combine play down the left side, but the attack comes to an halt when it reaches Schallenberg, who had tucked inside.
43'
Schalke receive their first yellow card
Mohr fouls Burnić in midfield - first booking for Schalke.
Schleusener misses the chance to take the lead
© IMAGO/Harry Langer/DeFodi Images
40'
Wanitzek's free-kick hits the post!
By more luck than judgement, a free-kick from the left side taken by Wanitzek hits the post. The ball sails through the penalty area unmet, striking the right-hand post, where Schleusener narrowly misses. A lucky escape for S04!
38'
Visitors become bolder
Schalke are pinning the hosts back in their attacking third. Much of the play is going through Younes and Karaman in the centre, but it just won't quite fall for the latter. First, he dribbles into trouble, and shortly after the captain plays a misplaced pass. However, Schalke are now well and truly in the match.
36'
It's getting rougher
The match is becoming more intense. After a challenge in midfield, Zivzivadze is shown a yellow card. Additionally, assistant coach Bajramović receives a caution for his protest.
33'
Mohr and Karaman creating chances
On the other end, Mohr and Karaman apply pressure. First, Beifus just about manages to clear away in front of Karaman, who could have headed it in. Shortly after, the KSC defence is called upon again when Karaman attempts a turn and shot in the penalty area.
31'
Heekeren stays switched on!
Schalke's defence is looking shaky once again. Sánchez plays a back pass that's too short, but this time Heekeren is wide awake and clears. Good reactions from the keeper.
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.
28'
KSC continues to attack down the left - S04 defend well
KSC seems to have identified Schalke's right defensive flank as a weak spot. Sylla has now moved to help on the wing there, whereas at the start, right-back Gantenbein was often left alone against Günther. This is working better now, and the flank is not as exposed as before.
Debutant Younes looking eager
© IMAGO/Harry Langer/DeFodi Images
24'
Heekeren breathes a sigh of relief
Heekeren wobbles after a back pass from Sánchez, with the ball bouncing just before him. Zivzivadze arrives a step too late for Karlsruhe. That was a close one.
22'
S04 growing into the game
Once again, Schalke move it quickly towards the KSC goal. Mohr tries one from a tight angle, Weiß has to react to the powerful shot and parries it away. Schalke are growing into this one. Shortly after, Younes attempts to thread a pass through to Karaman, but Beifus clears it well.
21'
KSC dominating possession - Schalke relying on counter-attacks
Possession (%)
6139
19'
Karaman to Sylla
Schalke counter-attack. Karaman sends Sylla on a run down the right flank. However, Günther stays close to the striker and forces winger out wide.
16'
Burnić nicks the ball off Karaman
Burnić losing possession gives the visitors a chance. Karaman bares down on the penalty area, but Burnić makes amends and clears the ball about 20 metres in front of his own goal.
11'
Offside
Karlsruhe break down the left side and Günther whips a low cross early into the box. Heekeren was beaten but Zivzivadze is deemed to be offside.
9'
Corner cleared
Schalke defend the corner routinely, with it not troubling keeper Heekeren.
8'
First corner of the game
Schleusener wins the first corner of the game, ricocheting a cross off Sánchez
6'
Starting well
Karlsruhe have started positively, working a few good moves down the left. A ball was whipped into Günther but he was deemed to have fouled a Schalke defender in the box.
4'
Yellow card
Fabian Schleusener collides late with Schalke's Sánchez ankle in a hard challenge. An early booking for the home side.
Kick-off!
And we're off!
It's the home side Karlsruhe that get us underway this evening, after a brief delay.
Bouncing back
Schalke on the other hand, will be looking for a turnaround from their last outing in which they lost 3-1 to Cologne. A positive start to the season saw them beat Braunschweig 5-1 on the opening matchday, but with two losses and a draw since, they haven't quite been able to recapture that spark in recent weeks. They will be hoping to bounce back today.
Still unbeaten
Karlsruhe come into this home fixture a team in form. Sat at second in the table, having taken 10 points from their opening four games, they will be looking to maintain their unbeaten start to this campaign against a Schalke side that hasn't quite got going yet this season.
Karlsruhe starting line-up
Weiss - Jung, Franke, Beifus, Günther - Burnić, Rapp, Jensen, Wanitzek - Schleusener, Zivzivadze
Karlsruhe subs
Himmelman, Heußer, Hunziker, Pfeiffer, Herold, Kobald, Conté, Geller, Pinto Pedrosa
Schalke starting line-up
Heekeren - Gantenbein, Sánchez, Martin Wasinski, Murkin - Schallenberg, Bachmann, Younes, Karaman, Mohr - Sylla
Schalke subs
Hoffmann, Antwi-Adjei, Aydin, Cissé, Donkor, Grüger, Hamache, Kaminski, Lasme
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