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Miron Muslic: I’m extremely proud of the team

In his first competitive game in charge of FC Schalke 04, Miron Muslic recorded his first victory on Friday night (1/8) against Hertha BSC. Following the 2-1 win to start the season, the 42-year-old discussed the game together with Hertha coach Stefan Leitl at the post-match press conference. Timo Becker and Christopher Antwi-Adjei also spoke to the media.

2. Bundesliga

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S04 defeat Hertha BSC 2-1 to kick off the new season

The Royal Blues deservedly claimed all three points against Hertha BSC on Friday night (1/8) in the opening game of the new 2. Bundesliga season. Moussa Sylla (16’) and Nikola Katic (23’) got the Schalke goals in a 2-1 victory at the VELTINS-Arena, with Sebastian Grønning pulling one back with a minute to play for the visitors.

2. Bundesliga

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Timo Becker: There aren’t many bigger occasions

The Royal Blues will kick off the 2025/26 season on Friday night (1/8) at home against Hertha BSC. Timo Becker spoke to schalke04.de about pre-season and the opening fixture.

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Miron Muslic: We know what Hertha are capable of

FC Schalke 04 kick off the new 2. Bundesliga season on Friday night (1/8) against Hertha BSC at 20:30 CEST at the VELTINS-Arena. Head coach Miron Muslic is extremely looking forward to his first competitive game in charge of the club.

2. Bundesliga

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S04 pick up preparations ahead of Bundesliga 2 season-opener

FC Schalke 04 returned to training on Tuesday morning (29/7), ahead of the opening match of the Bundesliga 2 season against Hertha BSC on Friday (1/8).

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Schalke 04 sign Hasan Kurucay

FC Schalke 04 have strengthened their defence with the signing of Hasan Kurucay, who joins the Royal Blues on a contract running until 30th June 2027. The 27-year-old spent last season playing for Belgian top-flight side OH Leuven, having previously spent a year and a half at Eintracht Braunschweig. He will wear the number 4 shirt at Schalke.

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Moussa Sylla: We have to be ready next week

In the friendly against Sevilla on Saturday (26/7), Schalke’s Moussa Sylla hammered home a powerful spot kick to halve the deficit to 2-1. Despite the eventual 4-2 defeat to the Spanish side, he was satisfied with the performance and with the five weeks of pre-season. Looking forward to the start of 2. Bundesliga action, the striker seemed just as determined as he was from 12 yards.

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Miron Muslic: We shouldn’t measure ourselves against Sevilla

Miron Muslic experienced his first moments at the VELTINS-Arena in a special friendly match on Schalke Day (26/7). Afterwards, he looked back on the game, the completed pre-season and the Royal Blues’ mentality.

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Sylla and Zalazar on the scoresheet in six-goal final pre-season friendly against Sevilla

FC Schalke 04, wearing their new home kit on Schalke Day 2025, were beaten 4-2 by Spanish top-flight side Sevilla in their final pre-season friendly on Saturday (26/7). Moussa Sylla and Mauro Zalazar both scored in the second half for the Royal Blues.

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Kenan Karaman: I’m now back in full training

One player that got a particularly loud cheer during the official presentation of the team at Schalke Day 2025 was Kenan Karaman. The S04 captain was impressed with how many fans turned up on Saturday (26/7). “After the past few weeks, where I haven’t been able to train with the team due to my injury, it feels great to receive such a warm welcome from the fans,” said Karaman. “The fact that so many fans came to Schalke Day again was amazing.”

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Miron Muslic: I only know what to expect from pictures and videos

FC Schalke 04’s first league game of the new season against Hertha BSC next week (1/8) is edging ever closer. The Royal Blues’ final pre-season friendly before the clash with the Berliners is part of Schalke Day 2025. More than 42,000 fans have already bought a ticket for the game against the record Europa League winners Sevilla on Saturday (26/7) at the VELTINS-Arena (17:00 CEST).

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Steve Noode joins Union Titus Pétange on loan

Young defender Steve Noode has agreed another loan move away from FC Schalke 04. He will spend the 2025/26 season with Union Titus Pétange in Luxembourg’s top flight to gain more match experience in Europe. Sidney Sam, FC Schalke 04’s loan manager, will keep a close eye on Noode during his time away from the club.

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