Bundesliga Gameweek 2
FC Schalke 04 0 - 0 FT Bayern München
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Dayot Upamecano 35'
↓ Nathaniel Brown ↑Harry Kane 45'
HT
↓ Ismael Saibari ↑Michael Olise 57'
↓ Lennart Karl ↑Jamal Musiala 57'
65' ↓ Junior Dina Ebimbe ↑Mertcan Ayhan
65' ↓ Robin Gosens ↑Vitalie Becker
73' Nikola Katić
74' ↓ Hassan Kurucay ↑Maximilian Wöber
↓ Aleksandar Pavlović ↑Tom Bischof 74'
74' ↓ Dejan Ljubičić ↑Luca Vozar
84' ↓ Adil Aouchiche ↑Kenan Karaman
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
FC Schalke 04
Goalkeepers
Loris Karius 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Timo Becker
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nikola Katic 
GHOST
11
Actions
11
Actions
90
Minutes
6.1
Rating
Hasan Kuruçay
GHOST
17
Actions
17
Actions
74
Minutes
6.8
Rating
Midfielders
Junior Dina Ebimbe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Soufian El-Faouzi 
DRIBBLER
4
Dribbles
4
Dribbles
4
Attempts
100%
Success %
Satoshi Tanaka 
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
6
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Robin Gosens 
ENFORCER
5
Tackles
5
Tackles
8
Duels Won
73%
Win %
Dejan Ljubičić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
Adil Aouchiche
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Forwards
Moussa Sylla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Kevin Müller 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Maximilian Wöber
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mertcan Ayhan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Vitalie Becker
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Vozar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Janik Bachmann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kenan Karaman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Junior Adamu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Edin Džeko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bayern München
Goalkeepers
Manuel Neuer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Konrad Laimer 
MAGNET
101
Activity
101
Activity
87
Passes
14
Duels
Dayot Upamecano 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
77%
Duel Win %
Jonathan Tah
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
Alphonso Davies
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
65%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Joshua Kimmich 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
119%
Pass Acc
Aleksandar Pavlović
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
103%
Pass Acc
Lennart Karl
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
Nathaniel Brown
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
45
Entry
Luis Díaz
MAGNET
91
Activity
91
Activity
72
Passes
19
Duels
Forwards
Ismael Saibari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
BENCH
Jonas Urbig
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Kim Min-Jae
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Josip Stanišić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hiroki Ito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jamal Musiala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Michael Olise
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bara Ndiaye
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tom Bischof
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Harry Kane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2023 | Bayern Munich | 6 - 0 | FC Schalke 04 | Bundesliga | Allianz Arena |
| 11/12/2022 | FC Schalke 04 | 0 - 2 | Bayern Munich | Bundesliga | VELTINS-Arena |
| 01/24/2021 | FC Schalke 04 | 0 - 4 | Bayern Munich | Bundesliga | VELTINS-Arena |
| 09/18/2020 | Bayern Munich | 8 - 0 | FC Schalke 04 | Bundesliga | Allianz Arena |
| 03/03/2020 | FC Schalke 04 | 0 - 1 | Bayern Munich | DFB Pokal | VELTINS-Arena |
| 01/25/2020 | Bayern Munich | 5 - 0 | FC Schalke 04 | Bundesliga | Allianz Arena |
| 08/24/2019 | FC Schalke 04 | 0 - 3 | Bayern Munich | Bundesliga | VELTINS-Arena |
| 02/09/2019 | Bayern Munich | 3 - 1 | FC Schalke 04 | Bundesliga | Allianz Arena |
| 09/22/2018 | FC Schalke 04 | 0 - 2 | Bayern Munich | Bundesliga | VELTINS-Arena |
| 02/10/2018 | Bayern Munich | 2 - 1 | FC Schalke 04 | Bundesliga | Allianz Arena |
05/13/2023
11/12/2022
01/24/2021
09/18/2020
03/03/2020
01/25/2020
08/24/2019
02/09/2019
09/22/2018
02/10/2018
FC Schalke 04 Win
Bayern München Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +5
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -4
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -4
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +7
P: 4 GD: +12
P: 4 GD: +9
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -11
P: 4 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
FC Schalke 04
Bayern München
FC Schalke 04
Bayern München
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Royal Blue Wall Denies Bayern's Relentless Siege
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 34/100. A phenomenal defensive display from the hosts completely neutralized an overwhelming wave of Bavarian possession to secure a brilliant point.
The Opening Blockade
The atmosphere at Veltins Arena was electric as FC Schalke 04 set their stall out early. A stark contrast in styles emerged instantly, setting the Intensity dial to a tactical slow-burn that required immense concentration. Bayern München completely dominated possession, suffocating the pitch with a staggering 83% of the ball. Yet, the royal blue defensive line adamantly refused to crack under the early pressure. Instead of an open, flowing contest, this became a gritty siege. The visitors circulated the ball meticulously, stringing together precise passing sequences, but they found absolutely no gaps in the final third. Every time the champions probed the edges of the penalty area, a heavy challenge or a brilliantly blocked passing lane swiftly halted their momentum in its tracks.
A Frustrating Offensive
As the clock ticked on, the match morphed into a half-pitch exercise. The Balance of play was historically one-sided, highlighted by the visitors racking up an astonishing 915 passes to the hosts' mere 182. J. Kimmich operated as the absolute midfield metronome, attempting to unlock the deep block with endless combinations and incisive vision. Out on the flank, A. Davies pushed extremely high, delivering crosses and stretching the defensive shape. A barrage of 11 corners and 15 total shots turned the penalty box into a constant state of emergency. Despite the sheer volume of opportunities and the relentless attacking siege, the away side’s radar was slightly off, managing only five shots on target. The inability to break the deadlock became the defining frustration.
Holding the Line
When the final whistle blew, the stark reality of the 0-0 draw set in. For the away side, this represents dropped points despite complete territorial control, asking tough questions of their cutting edge. But the real story lies with the triumphant hosts. With early season Stakes already pointing toward a grueling relegation battle, securing a point against a Champions League heavyweight is monumental. Players across the Schalke defence embodied the relentless work rate required to pull off such a high Upset Factor result. The sheer discipline required to absorb 15 shots and surrender zero goals provides a massive psychological boost for a squad sitting 17th in the table. They survived the Bavarian onslaught, proving that tactical discipline can indeed rewrite the expected script.
Key Questions
How did Bayern München pull off this shock result?
Despite boasting 83% possession and unleashing 15 shots, Bayern simply couldn't breach a deeply entrenched Schalke block, making this scoreless draw a shocking offensive failure.
What does this mean for FC Schalke 04's season?
Securing a gritty point against clear title favorites provides a massive psychological lift for Schalke, offering crucial momentum early in their grueling relegation battle.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
David Meets Goliath in Gelsenkirchen
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. A predictable mismatch threatens to make this an easy evening for the relentless visitors.
The Setup
FC Schalke 04 host the early league leaders at the Veltins Arena on September 05, 2026. Bayern München have already laid down a marker in the title race, smashing five goals in their opening fixture. A severely lacking Balance rating highlights the vast quality gap between the two sides. Modest Stakes this early in the season curb the ultimate drama, but with Bayern hunting the championship from day one, they will offer little mercy. A low Stars metric reflects the home side's lack of marquee names to counter the Bavarian juggernaut.
Key Battle
The home side's defensive unit must somehow contain a rampant away midfield. With no individual star to rely on, Schalke will have to defend purely as a collective block. If they afford any space between the lines, the visitors' playmakers will tear them apart.
Our Prediction
We expect a comfortable away win. Bayern should dominate possession, suffocating Schalke early before cruising to a multi-goal victory without shifting out of second gear.