Bundesliga Gameweek 3
Union Berlin 1 - 3 FT FC Schalke 04
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
↓ Dejan Ljubičić ↑Junior Dina Ebimbe 21'
Robin Gosens 25'
45' Aljoscha Kemlein
45' ↓ Aljoscha Kemlein ↑András Schäfer
45' ↓ Livan Burcu ↑Marin Ljubičić
HT
Adil Aouchiche (Junior Chukwubuike Adamu) 46'
Adil Aouchiche 46'
74' Marin Ljubičić
76' ↓ Emmanuel Latte Lath ↑Tim Skarke
78' Felix Uduokhai
↓ Kenan Karaman ↑Edin Džeko 80'
↓ Robin Gosens ↑Maximilian Wöber 80'
↓ Junior Chukwubuike Adamu ↑Hwang Hee-Chan 80'
85' ↓ Michel Aebischer ↑Janik Haberer
90'+1 ↓ Woo-Yeong Jeong ↑Robert Skov
↓ Adil Aouchiche ↑Janik Bachmann 90'+4
90'+6 Tim Skarke (Tom Rothe)
Loris Karius 90'+9
Maximilian Wöber 90'+13
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Union Berlin
Goalkeepers
Frederik Rønnow 
OCTOPUS
6
Saves
6
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Josip Juranović 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
41%
Pass Acc
Leopold Querfeld 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ohis Felix Uduokhai 
MAGNET
109
Activity
109
Activity
84
Passes
25
Duels
Tom Rothe
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
40%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Aljoscha Kemlein
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Michel Aebischer 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Livan Burcu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Rani Khedira 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
10
Duels Won
71%
Win %
Forwards
Jeong Woo-Yeong
STORMTROOPER
5
Shots
5
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Emmanuel Latte Lath
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
BENCH
Matheo Raab 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Christopher Trimmel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Zeno Van Den Bosch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Robert Skov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tim Skarke 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.6
Rating
András Schäfer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Janik Haberer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marin Ljubičić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Linus Guther
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
FC Schalke 04
Goalkeepers
Loris Karius
OCTOPUS
7
Saves
7
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Timo Becker 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
90%
Duel Win %
Nikola Katic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hasan Kuruçay
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Junior Adamu 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Soufian El-Faouzi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Satoshi Tanaka 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Robin Gosens 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Dejan Ljubičić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
21
Entry
Adil Aouchiche 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
5
Shots
8.2
Rating
Forwards
Kenan Karaman
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
13%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Kevin Müller
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Maximilian Wöber
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
6.8
Rating
Mertcan Ayhan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Vitalie Becker
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Janik Bachmann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Junior Dina Ebimbe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Vozar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Edin Džeko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hwang Hee-Chan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2023 | Union Berlin | 0 - 0 | FC Schalke 04 | Bundesliga | Stadion An der Alten Försterei |
| 08/27/2022 | FC Schalke 04 | 1 - 6 | Union Berlin | Bundesliga | VELTINS-Arena |
| 02/13/2021 | Union Berlin | 0 - 0 | FC Schalke 04 | Bundesliga | Stadion An der Alten Försterei |
| 10/18/2020 | FC Schalke 04 | 1 - 1 | Union Berlin | Bundesliga | VELTINS-Arena |
| 06/07/2020 | Union Berlin | 1 - 1 | FC Schalke 04 | Bundesliga | Stadion An der Alten Försterei |
| 11/29/2019 | FC Schalke 04 | 2 - 1 | Union Berlin | Bundesliga | VELTINS-Arena |
02/19/2023
08/27/2022
02/13/2021
10/18/2020
06/07/2020
11/29/2019
Union Berlin Win
FC Schalke 04 Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +9
P: 3 GD: +6
P: 3 GD: +6
P: 3 GD: +6
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: -6
P: 3 GD: -9
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
Union Berlin
FC Schalke 04
Union Berlin
FC Schalke 04
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Schalke Smash and Grab Stuns Union Berlin
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 55/100. Our take: This was a masterclass in counter-attacking football, punishing a wasteful Union side who dominated the ball but ultimately lost the war.
Early Onslaught
Union Berlin dominated possession right out of the gate. They pressed high, pinned the visitors back, and peppered the box with early attempts. Yet, the Balance of the match shifted completely against the run of play. FC Schalke 04 absorbed the heavy pressure and struck first with clinical precision. Robin Gosens found the crucial breakthrough on 25 minutes, instantly silencing the home crowd. It set the tone for a gritty, backs-to-the-wall display from the Royal Blues. Union hurled bodies forward in response, forcing the away defense to frantically scramble as a tense tactical battle unfolded.
The Second-Half Blitz
The true turning point arrived mere seconds after the restart. Adil Aouchiche burst into life, doubling Schalke's advantage in the 46th minute thanks to a slick feed from Junior Chukwubuike Adamu. A nerve-wracking VAR review confirmed the goal, sending the Intensity through the roof. The match rapidly morphed into an absolute shooting gallery. A staggering 39 combined shots rained down on both ends of the pitch. Union's goalkeeper F. Rønnow was a one-man wall, pulling off six crucial saves to keep his team breathing. But Schalke's sharp transitions were simply too lethal, consistently cutting through the high defensive line.
Chaotic Climax
The final minutes descended into pure carnage. With Union desperately throwing everyone into the penalty area, they finally grabbed a lifeline deep in stoppage time. Substitute Tim Skarke hammered home a 96th-minute strike courtesy of Tom Rothe's service. Was a miracle comeback on the cards? Not a chance. Schalke immediately surged up the other end, and Maximilian Wöber buried any lingering hopes with a staggering 103rd-minute dagger. This massive Upset Factor shakes up the early relegation battle. Schalke take a monumental three points on the road, leaving Union bruised and searching for desperate answers.
Key Questions
How did substitute A. Aouchiche change the game?
Aouchiche shattered Union's momentum immediately after halftime. He found the back of the net in the 46th minute, forcing Union to abandon their defensive shape entirely to chase the game.
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.
Union Berlin Look to Deepen Schalke's Early Misery
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 20/100. An ugly, early-season clash that Schalke desperately need to survive to avoid a full-blown crisis.
The Setup
It is only September, but the panic alarms are already ringing loudly in Gelsenkirchen. FC Schalke 04 sit 17th with zero points and a dreadful negative goal difference. They have yet to find the back of the net. This shapes up as an early-season relegation battle that the visitors can ill afford to lose. A dismal Form rating confirms their sluggish start to the campaign and highlights a total lack of confidence. On the other side, Union Berlin are hardly setting the defensive world on fire either. They sit mid-table after a chaotic opening draw that saw them score three but leak three at the other end. The highly competitive Balance rating suggests a tight affair, driven heavily by Schalke's desperation and Union's early inconsistency. However, the overall Stakes remain incredibly low this early in the regular season. Combined with a modest Stars rating on display, do not expect a prime-time classic. This will be a gritty war of attrition.
Key Battle
L. Querfeld has been an unexpected offensive force from the back for the hosts, dominating proceedings on both ends of the pitch. He faces a busy afternoon against Loris Karius. The Schalke shot-stopper has been heroic despite his team's defensive collapse, pulling off vital saves to stop total blowouts. Karius will need to be absolutely flawless to keep his side in this one, especially with Union looking to exploit every set-piece.
Our Prediction
Our take is that Union Berlin will grind out a narrow victory. Schalke look completely devoid of attacking ideas and far too fragile at the back to withstand prolonged pressure. Expect the hosts to take control early, score from a dead-ball situation, and confidently shut up shop to leave the visitors trapped in the drop zone.