Football fans across Germany are gearing up for Schalke 04 vs , a Germany. Bundesliga. Outrights match scheduled for Friday, August 21, 2026 at 23:00. The venue is the iconic Veltins-Arena in Gelsenkirchen, where the atmosphere is sure to be electric. Match official Bastian Dankert has been appointed to keep order. Expected weather: Chilly evening, 10°C. Team news suggests Becker from Schalke 04 might miss out due to fitness concerns, while 's Lange is also a doubt. Looking at their history: 4 - 3 Schalke 04 (2024). 3 - 1 Schalke 04 (2023). 3 - 3 Schalke 04 (2024). 1 - 0 Schalke 04 (2021). 3 - 3 Schalke 04 (2021). The smart money says the final score will be 3:0.