The DFB Pokal continues with a first-round clash as fourth-tier side Lokomotive Leipzig hosts 2. Bundesliga club Schalke 04 at the Bruno-Plache-Stadion. This is a classic cup tie where the lower-league side will be looking to cause a major upset against a team from a higher division.
Match Details:
CompetitionDateKick-off (ET)VenueDFB PokalAugust 17, 20259:30 AMBruno-Plache-Stadion, Leipzig, Germany
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Team Form and Analysis:
Lokomotive Leipzig is coming off a mixed pre-season, but they have started their league campaign with two consecutive 1-0 victories. The team, managed by Jochen Seitz, will be aiming to leverage their home advantage and the passionate support of their fans. They have shown a solid defensive setup in recent matches, but will be facing a much tougher test against a professional club like Schalke.
Schalke 04, on the other hand, is coming off a difficult pre-season and a recent 1-0 loss to Kaiserslautern in the 2. Bundesliga. Despite their recent struggles, the team is filled with talent and experience and will be the clear favorites in this match. They will be looking to dominate possession and control the tempo of the game to secure a comfortable victory and advance to the next round.
Head-to-Head:
The head-to-head record between these two clubs is limited. In their only historical meeting, a friendly in 2013, Schalke 04 secured a 2-1 victory.
Lokomotive Leipzig vs Schalke 04: Recent Form (Last 5 Competitive Matches)
Lokomotive LeipzigSchalke 04Wins22Draws21Losses12Goals Scored45Goals Conceded35
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Lokomotive Leipzig: The home team will rely on key attacking players to create opportunities.
Schalke 04: With several new signings, including Jonathan Burkardt, the focus will be on the attacking players who have shown good form in their pre-season friendlies.
Prediction:
While Lokomotive Leipzig will have the home advantage and the motivation of playing in the DFB Pokal, Schalke 04’s superior league standing and squad quality make them the clear favorite. Despite their recent struggles, Schalke’s well-balanced team and key players are expected to be too much for the hosts. It is expected to be a victory for Schalke, but a surprise result cannot be completely ruled out.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the Lokomotive Leipzig vs Schalke 04 match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
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