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Schalke 04 – Werder Bremen
The upcoming weekend in the Bundesliga holds the 30th matchday and thus it should quickly become clear that there are only five rounds left to play. If we look at the upcoming games, then from the fight for the international places, to the naked fight for survival, really everything is there. At 6:30 p.m., our eyes go deep into the bottom of the table. There, the Knappen of FC Schalke 04 receive the Green-Whites from Bremen. Whether S04 secures three important points in the relegation battle, you can find out in our Schalke – Bremen tip.
On Saturday, a relegation battle awaits us and Schalke will play host to the duel of the two promoted teams. S04 has stabilized noticeably in the second half of the season, but coach Thomas Reis’ team is still only in second last place. They currently have 24 points, which means that they are six points behind the bottom of the league. The upcoming opponents from Bremen are currently in twelfth place, and with last weekend’s 4-2 win over Hertha, Werder should have almost secured their place in the league.
Schalke – Bremen info:
- Date & Time: 04/29/2023, 18:30 hrs.
- Game venue: VELTINS Arena, Gelsenkirchen
- Competition: Bundesliga, Matchday 30
- TV broadcast: Sky
Schalke Form & Balance Check
Schalke gets its penultimate final game this season in front of its own fans. After Saturday’s game against Bremen, S04 only has Frankfurt Eintracht to visit at home in the VELTINS Arena. If we take a closer look at the Knappen’s remaining program, it could hardly be more difficult. Bremen, Mainz, Frankfurt, Bayern and, on the last matchday, RB Leipzig.
The bottom line is that the Schalkers need at least three more wins to continue to believe in direct rescue. For a three-goal win on Saturday, Schalke will have to show exactly the same attitude as in their last home victory. Just two weeks ago, S04 won against the bottom team from Berlin with an incredible 5:2.
Shockingly weak offense
The problem areas of the Schalke team are well known and they are a common thread throughout the season. Above all, the Knappen’s attack is simply not ready for the Bundesliga. S04 has scored just 26 goals this season, making the Knappen the weakest attack in the league. In addition, Schalke has scored by far the fewest forward goals this season.
An attacker has scored seven times for Königsblau. Schalke needs to work on its defense in particular ahead of Saturday’s match. The performance of the last matchday in Freiburg should not be repeated in the best case.
Schalke facts & analysis
- First 5 wins in the league
- Best offense in the Bundesliga
- Currently in 17th place in the league
Bremen form & balance check
Before the season, many fans of Bremen feared that it will probably remain close until the last matchday. However, after 29 match days, Werder fans can relax in their armchairs. Thanks to the 4:2 win against Hertha on the last matchday, the promoted team has a ten-point lead over the relegation place. If Schalke wins and Stuttgart loses to Gladbach beforehand, then it would be impossible for the promoted team to keep its place in the relegation zone.
Many Bremen fans are right to hope for a win. The 2004 German champions have not won as many games against any other team in the Bundesliga as they have against the Schalkers (46 from 105 games).
Like to play Schalke
Bremen can be very relaxed about the upcoming match at the Knappen. Werder will let the Schalkers come and then counter quickly. If we take a closer look at the last guest games at the Knappen, the VELTINS Arena is one of Bremen’s favorite places. Werder last won six times in a row at the Königsblauen.
In contrast to their upcoming opponents, Werder’s offense really comes up trumps. With Füllkrug and Ducksch, they have an extremely dangerous attacking duo in their own ranks. Together, the two have already scored a whopping 30 goals. That gives Bremen the most forward goals of any team.
Bremen facts & analysis
- 10 points ahead of 16th place.
- Last win with 4:2 against Berlin
- Last 6 games won at Schalke
Predicted lineup – last update on April 27, 2023
The hosts from Gelsenkirchen will be looking to win in a classic 4-2-3-1. Coach Thomas Reis should be happy that Krauß is back from his yellow suspension. The youngster will again go next to Kral on the double six. Captain Latza would then have to sit on the bench. In attack, it will come down to Simon Terodde. Karaman and Bülter will make steam via the outsides.
The opponent from Bremen has its top two of Ducksch and Füllkrug back. Füllkrug is back on board after his injury. If he still has problems, Philipp would be available as a replacement. Otherwise, coach Ole Werner is unlikely to make any substitutions.
Schalke – Bremen direct comparison & statistics
When it comes to the direct comparison between these two teams, it clearly speaks for the Bremen side. Out of 121 games, Bremen walked away victorious 50 times. Schalke won 47 games and in addition there are 24 draws.
- The winner of the last encounter was Werder Bremen
- Werder Bremen has scored in each of their last 8 matches
- Schalke 04 has not won any of their last 3 duels against Werder Bremen
- Schalke 04 celebrated home victory against Werder Bremen in 2016
