FC Schalke 04 is currently leading the 2. Bundesliga with 70 points and a record of 21 wins, 7 draws, and 6 losses.

What makes FC Schalke 04 successful?

Norbert Elgert, a legendary coach of FC Schalke 04, explains how to become a professional footballer nowadays. Elgert says: „Talent is not everything, but without talent, you have nothing. It's a basic requirement, an advantage.“

What factors are crucial for success?

Norbert Elgert's 5-point plan includes: | Point | Description | | --- | --- | | 1 | Technique | | 2 | Game understanding | | 3 | Athletics | | 4 | Mental strength | | 5 | Basic virtues |

How important is mental strength?

Elgert emphasizes that mental strength is decisive for success: „Without mental strength, you have no chance in the arena.“ FC Schalke 04 has scored 50 goals and conceded 31 goals in the current season, resulting in a positive goal difference of +19. The team is currently 8 points ahead of SV Elversberg and has achieved 3 wins, 0 draws, and 2 losses in the last 5 games.