Schalke remains strong: HSV misses the table in a gripping duel!

Schalke remains strong: HSV misses the table in a gripping duel!

On April 19, 2025, the exciting duel in the 2nd German Bundesliga between Schalke 04 and Hamburger SV ended with a 2-2 draw. Despite an imposed dismissal in the initial phase, Schalke 04 was able to cut a point from the Hamburgers, which endangered the HSV league lead. This means that the HSV is only two points ahead of direct pursuer 1. FC Köln, who will play against Prussia Münster on Sunday.

In this stadium, sold out with 62,077 spectators, Schalke coach Kees van Wonderen had to do without Kenan Karaman in the 3. minute, who saw the red card after an overriding tackle against Jonas Meffert. Despite the early outnumber, Schalke got into the game better and took the lead in the 15th minute through a goal by Ron Schallenberg.

HSV turns the game

The Hamburger SV increasingly took command and was able to score two goals by Emir Sahiti in the first half, which was successful in both the 41st and in the 43rd minute. Despite these two goals, the HSV was unable to decide the game through a third goal. However, the chances were available, and the susceptibility of the Schalke gave the fans of the HSV hope.

After the change of sides, the guests continued to urge the decision, but failed due to their exploitation of opportunities. In the 81st minute, Schalke achieved the equalization through Moussa Sylla, who scored 2-2 after a header from Gantenbein. This comeback was celebrated by the Schalke fans as well as the draw that had different effects on the table for both teams.

a heated game

The game was also shaped by incidents during the game. An interruption after an hour was necessary when fans of HSV Pyrotechnik ignited and rockets sent to the stadium. Despite the excitement and the unconventional methods of cheering, the league tries to ensure a safe game environment.