Karlsruher vs Schalke prediction and betting tips on September 13, 2024
Game Prediction
On September 13, 2024, in the 5th round of Germany's Bundesliga 2, Karlsruher will face Schalke. The hosts, who have had a strong start, will attempt to defeat the ambitious visitors from Gelsenkirchen.
Karlsruher vs Schalke: Key Statistics and Trends
- Karlsruhe has only failed to win against one opponent in their last eight matches.
- Schalke has only won twice in their last seven games.
- The most common scoreline between these clubs is 0-0 (7 times).
- Karlsruhe wins the first half in 42% of their matches, while Schalke-04 also wins 42% of their first halves.
Our Prediction for Karlsruher vs Schalke
The "European contender" last got relegated from the Bundesliga 1 in 2009. Since then, they have fallen to the third division twice but quickly bounced back each time. Moreover, they have been steadily improving, finishing fifth in last season’s Bundesliga 2. The "Royal Blues," who unsuccessfully tried to stay in the top tier two seasons ago, ended only in tenth place last spring in Bundesliga 2.
Karlsruhe lost Finland international O'Shaughnessy this summer but actively bolstered their midfield with new signings. In Gelsenkirchen, half the squad was revamped, including the addition of once-promising Younes.
Despite strengthening their squad, Geerets' men haven't had an ideal start to the season. They began with an emphatic 5-1 win over Eintracht Braunschweig but have only beaten Aalen in the cup, earning just one point from the last three league rounds. Meanwhile, the "European contender" has only failed to win in Düsseldorf, where they played out a goalless draw with Fortuna.
Karlsruher vs Schalke: Possible Lineups
Karlsruher (possible lineup): Weiss - Günther, Baifus, Franke, Jung - Wanitzek, Jensen, Rapp, Burnic - Schleusener, Zivzivadze
Schalke (possible lineup): Heekeren - Merkin, Cissé, Schallenberg, Gantenbein - Bachmann, Seguin, Mör, Karaman, Hamache - Silla
Head to Head matches: Karlsruher vs Schalke
In the last four meetings, victories for the "European contender" alternated with draws.
Free prediction today for the match: Karlsruher vs Schalke
A stronger team is hosting an unstable opponent on home soil. Without overcomplicating things, we bet that the hosts will win this match (odds – 1.85).