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Darko Churlinov: This support from the fans isn’t a given

After five straight wins, interim head coach Mike Büskens suffered his first defeat in charge on Saturday (23/4). His Bremen counterpart, Ole Werner, was naturally delighted with the result at the post-match press conference. Darko Churlinov and Victor Pálsson also gave their thoughts on the 4-1 defeat.

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Bremen win 4-1 at Schalke

FC Schalke 04 lost the top of the table clash on Saturday against SV Werder Bremen (23/4). The visitors ended S04’s run of five wins in a row as they ran out 4-1 winners in front of 62,271 fans at a sold-out VELTINS-Arena. Ilia Gruev (9’), Niclas Füllkrug (26’) and Marvin Ducksch (51’, 53’) got Werder’s goals. Simon Terodde grabbed a consolation two minutes before the end.

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Victor Pálsson: It’s going to be fantastic with the fans behind us

It’s one huge match after another at the moment! Saturday (13:30 CEST) will see the Royal Blues take on SV Werder Bremen in a clash of the league table’s top two teams at the VELTINS-Arena. Midfielder Victor Pálsson is fully focused on the game against the side from Bremen, one of the final four matches in the promotion race.

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Rouven Schröder: Playing in a full stadium is electrifying for everyone

The VELTINS-Arena holds 62,271 supporters, and 62,271 supporters will be present to watch our top-of-the-table clash against Werder Bremen on Saturday (23/4, 13:30 CEST). Excitement ahead of the game against second-placed SVW is building day by day, and that includes for sporting director Rouven Schröder.

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Mike Büskens is looking forward to a sold-out VELTINS-Arena

A sold-out VELTINS-Arena will play host to a battle between first and second on Saturday afternoon. FC Schalke 04 are hungry for more success after five consecutive wins. “Our fans have already supported us brilliantly in the last few home games, so we simply can’t wait for this match against Werder Bremen,” said Mike Büskens before this weekend’s clash (23/4, 13:30 CEST).

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Marcin Kaminski: On the right path, but not there yet

Marcin Kaminski didn't hold back while celebrating Marius Bülter’s second goal against Darmstadt together with the away fans. It was an important goal to help seal the win for the Royal Blues, after a back-and-forth first half.

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Danny Latza suffers a severe bruise

Schalke’s captain Danny Latza had to be taken off injured in the 5-2 win over SV Darmstadt 98 in the 24th minute. The midfielder suffered a severe bruise during Sunday’s game (17/4).

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Bülter back to his best against Darmstadt

With three goals and an assist, Marius Bülter was the obvious choice for Man of the Match in the 5-2 win over SV Darmstadt 98. The forward even managed to outdo Simon Terodde, who got two goals and an assist himself.

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Simon Terodde: We were clinical in front of goal

Schalke’s front two of Marius Bülter (hat-trick) and Simon Terodde (brace) got all five goals in Sunday’s 5-2 win in Darmstadt (17/4). Both head coaches and Terodde spoke to the media after the game.

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Schalke put five past Darmstadt to secure a fifth straight win

FC Schalke 04 defeated SV Darmstadt 98 5-2 on Easter Sunday thanks to a Simon Terodde brace and a Marius Bülter hat-trick. Phillip Tietz got both goals for the hosts.

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Mike Büskens previews Darmstadt away

FC Schalke 04 are looking for a fifth straight win on Sunday when they travel to play SV Darmstadt 98 (17/4, 13:30 CEST). Head coach Mike Büskens knows how difficult a game it will be at the Böllenfalltor. “Darmstadt have players that are both physically strong and are good technically too,” said the 54-year-old.

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Blendi Idrizi: It’s fun to be a part of FC Schalke 04

Blendi Idrizi’s eyes lit up as he stood together in front of the Nordkurve with his teammates and celebrated the 3-0 home victory against Heidenheim on Saturday (9/4). “It’s fun to be a part of FC Schalke 04. We have a fantastic team and unbelievable fans,” commented the 23-year-old, who signed an early contract extension until 2024 around two weeks ago.

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