FC Schalke 04 starts the 2026/27 DFB-Pokal season on August 24 with a match against Hallescher FC. The Royal Blues want to make a statement in the cup competition with their restart in the top tier.

What happens?

Hallescher FC will do everything to reach the second round of the cup for the first time in ten years.

Why is it important for FC Schalke 04?

The Royal Blues are currently in 1st place in the 2. Bundesliga with 58 points and a record of 17 wins, 7 draws, and 5 losses from 29 games. Their last match ended with a 1-0 win against Eintracht Braunschweig on May 17, 2026.

What comes next?

The ARD will broadcast the game live on the first channel and in the ARD media library. Esther Sedlaczek and Bastian Schweinsteiger will moderate live from 20:15.

StatValue
League standing1st place in the 2. Bundesliga
Points58
Record17W-7D-5L from 29 games
Last result1-0 win against Eintracht Braunschweig on May 17, 2026