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Matthias Tillmann: We had clear criteria when searching for a new coach

In a selection process with several candidates, Kees van Wonderen ultimately came out on top when the club were looking for a new head coach. “There were several really good candidates when it came to their tactics and skills, but you ultimately need someone that will connect with the team and get them behind them and their ideas,” said Matthias Tillmann, who believes that the new head coach will do just that.

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Kees van Wonderen: You can only improve if you push one another to be better

After watching the 2-2 draw against Hertha BSC on Saturday night (5/10) live at the VELTINS-Arena, Kees van Wonderen signed his contract to become the club’s new head coach a day later.

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SV Ried to become a partner club of FC Schalke 04

Austrian second-division side SV Ried will enter into a partnership agreement with FC Schalke 04, becoming the club's third international partner club. The Royal Blues had previously announced a partnership with VVV-Venlo in early June, with Emmanuel Gyamfi and Paul Pöpperl joining the club on loan soon after. A few weeks later, Schalke announced another partnership with FC Aarau, who they will face in a friendly on 12th October.

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Shakhtar Donetsk to host Bayern München at the VELTINS-Arena

Thursday’s Champions League draw, which took place at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco, saw Shakhtar Donetsk’s opponents be decided. Alongside Bayern München, the Ukrainian champions will host last season’s Europa League winners Atalanta, Swiss champions Young Boys, and French side Stade Brest at the VELTINS-Arena.

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Marc Wilmots: We have planned for many years ahead

FC Schalke 04 have announced four new signings in just the last few days, with Christopher Antwi-Adjei, Ilyes Hamache, Steve Noode and Mauro Zalazar all coming through the door. Marc Wilmots reported that the club are no longer planning to bring anyone else in, however changes to the squad could still be possible up until the transfer window’s conclusion on Friday (30/8).

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Together with 11teamsports and adidas: S04’s new away kit in the colours of Gelsenkirchen

All roads lead to Schalke: The new 2024/25 away shirt, presented by the Royal Blues in partnership with suppliers 11teamsports and adidas, is dedicated to the home city of the Knappen. And right there, in the centre of Gelsenkirchen, is where it will be available to see for the first time: S04 and BOGESTRA have come together to get this shirt launch right on track. Line 302, which connects the neighbouring cities of Gelsenkirchen and Bochum, was given a matching look and will be underway along this route for half a year.

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Matthias Tillmann: Even more excited for the start of the new season now

Around 75,000 fans came along to ‘Schalke Day’ on Sunday (21/7) at the club’s grounds. CEO Matthias Tillmann, captain Kenan Karaman, new signing Amin Younes and MOGUAI spoke to schalke04.de about the fan day, presented by new main sponsor SUN MINIMEAL.

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A timeless classic: S04, 11teamsports and adidas unveil new home kit

1997 is year that will always have a special place in the history of the Royal Blues. Our new home kit for the 2024/25 season, which S04 is launching together with suppliers 11teamsports and adidas, is a homage to that special era and our UEFA Cup triumph. The presentation of our new home kit was also special. On Schalke Day (21st July), the team themselves displayed it to the fans for the first time on the stage at the Tausend-Freunde-Mauer.

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S04, 11teamsports and adidas unveil new third kit

Our new third kit – a true beauty: FC Schalke 04, alongside kit supplier duo adidas and 11teamsports, the European team sport specialists and partner of the Royal Blues, are delighted to unveil their new third kit for the 2024/25 season. The shirt was first worn off the pitch, however, as the S04 players wore it as they watched US pop star Taylor Swift perform at the VELTINS-Arena on Friday (19/7).

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Shakhtar Donetsk to play Champions League matches at Schalke

Special cooperation in dark times: Because leading Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk will still not be able to play their matches at their own stadium in the 2024/2025 season, FC Schalke 04 will host their games at the VELTINS-Arena. The Ukrainians will therefore play all Champions League matches at Schalke, both in the new-look league phase and possible later matches.

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200,000 fans attend EURO 2024 games in Gelsenkirchen

The whole of Europe is currently enjoying EURO 2024. Thousands of fans have descended on Germany to enjoy the tournament both in the stadiums and at public screenings of the games, and Gelsenkirchen has also been swept up in EURO 2024 fever.

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FC Schalke 04 enters into partnership with FC Aarau

S04 has gained another international partner: second-tier Swiss side FC Aarau will work closely with the Royal Blues for the foreseeable future. One of the key aims of the agreement is to offer youth prospects match experience at a suitable level and thus aid the development of these talents.