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2. Bundesliga Topspiel preview: FC Schalke 04 vs. Fortuna Düsseldorf
TL;DR
FC Schalke 04 faces Fortuna Düsseldorf in a crucial 2. Bundesliga match, with promotion at stake for Schalke and relegation concerns for Düsseldorf. Schalke aims to secure their return to the Bundesliga with a win at home.
Key points
- FC Schalke 04 hosts Fortuna Düsseldorf in a critical match
- Schalke is on the verge of promotion to the Bundesliga
- Düsseldorf is fighting to avoid relegation
- Schalke won their last match against Paderborn 3-2
- Key players include Dejan Ljubicic and Adil Aouchiche
FC Schalke 04Fortuna Düsseldorf2. BundesligaDejan Ljubicic
- Bundesliga Topspiel preview: FC Schalke 04 vs. Fortuna Düsseldorf
Saturday’s penultimate Topspiel of the season carries significant weight at both ends of the 2. Bundesliga table. Promotion-chasing Schalke host relegation-threatened Düsseldorf, with a crucial three points on the line for both sides.
Schalke come into this clash with expectation building across the club. After a superb campaign under Miron Muslic, which has seen them set the pace at the summit for much of the season, the Royal Blues are now just one victory away from sealing their return to the Bundesliga. Achieving promotion in front of their home crowd on Saturday is firmly in their sights.
They sent a strong message last time out with a dramatic victory away at second-placed Paderborn. After falling 2-0 behind inside the opening half hour, Schalke responded impressively before the break, with Dejan Ljubicic and Adil Aouchiche restoring parity. The second half proved more cagey, but Ljubicic stepped up once more, netting an 83rd-minute winner to extend Schalke’s lead at the top to six points.
Muslic remains confident his side can finish the job:
“We haven’t changed anything about our routine or our preparation. We’ve stuck with the same approach that has served us so well over the past few weeks and months,” he explained. “The team have trained with real focus and attention to detail. We’ve worked hard to earn this opportunity, and everyone knows we’ll only get over the line if we perform at the level we’ve shown recently.”
Düsseldorf, meanwhile, arrive looking anxiously over their shoulders at the wrong end of the table. Now on their third manager of the season, Alexander Ende faces the task of steering the club to safety. With just one win in their last six matches, Fortuna sit 15th - only a point above the drop zone.
That lone victory, however, came at a crucial time. A convincing home performance against Dynamo Dresden last time out saw Düsseldorf finally rediscover their cutting edge, with Cedric Itten, and all on target before a late consolation from the visitors. It was a marked improvement and a timely boost in confidence.
Q&A
What is the significance of the FC Schalke 04 vs. Fortuna Düsseldorf match?
The match is crucial for Schalke as they seek promotion to the Bundesliga, while Düsseldorf fights to avoid relegation.
How did FC Schalke 04 perform in their last match before facing Fortuna Düsseldorf?
Schalke achieved a dramatic comeback victory against Paderborn, winning 3-2 after being down 2-0.
Who are the key players to watch in the Schalke vs. Düsseldorf match?
Dejan Ljubicic and Adil Aouchiche are key players for Schalke, especially after their impactful performances in the last match.
When is the FC Schalke 04 vs. Fortuna Düsseldorf match scheduled?
The match is scheduled for Saturday, marking the penultimate Topspiel of the 2. Bundesliga season.
