Match Report
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Match Report
It's a sunny day here at Veltins-Arena where FC Schalke 04 play host to Eintracht Frankfurt. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in poor condition.
FC Schalke 04 are playing in a 4-2-4 formation while Eintracht Frankfurt appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Julian Gerlach.
The pitch is in poor condition.
FC Schalke 04 are playing in a 4-2-4 formation while Eintracht Frankfurt appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Julian Gerlach.
0.00
0-0Eintracht Frankfurt kick off and get the match underway!
2.48
0-0Alexander Sammer makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Kai Dörner. Kai Dörner knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Don Collins.
14.47
0-0Gavin Bowyer comes in with a late challenge on Alexander Sammer. The referee brings Gavin Bowyer to one side and gives him a warning! Alexander Sammer runs off the knock.
20.48
Gerhard Röhlig chips the ball to his team mate, Markus Reimers. Markus Reimers knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
21.28
0-0Amine Bouyoucef threads a neat ball through to Orlando Zerdoux. Orlando Zerdoux sees Lennart Borchard in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Lennart Borchard lofts in a cross ball towards Oliver Gleisenstein. Oliver Gleisenstein makes a convincing header. The ball flies towards the top corner but the keeper is able to reach it. Fabulous save!
22.59
0-1With some swift thinking, Gregoor Maas plays the ball forward to Joachim Lillo. Joachim Lillo threads a neat ball through to Gerhard Röhlig. Gerhard Röhlig edges inside the box! Gerhard Röhlig shoots from just inside the box. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Gerhard Röhlig!
26.28
Dominique Cloarec kicks a strong pass forward to Alexander Sammer. Alexander Sammer knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Patricio Gainza.
27.09
Martin Metzger knocks the ball to his team mate, Gavin Bowyer. Gavin Bowyer lofts in a cross ball towards Oliver Gleisenstein. Oliver Gleisenstein rises majestically and gets a header on goal. Oliver Gleisenstein scores for FC Schalke 04!! That brings them level!
30.58
Martin Metzger kicks a strong pass forward to Lennart Borchard. Lennart Borchard lofts in a cross ball towards Jakob Lange. Jakob Lange powers a header at goal. Solid save from Daniel Gabriel Enescu.
32.45
Don Gemmell plays the ball forward to Alexander Sammer. Alexander Sammer flicks the ball to his team mate, Gerhard Röhlig. Gerhard Röhlig lofts in a cross ball towards Markus Reimers. Markus Reimers flicks the ball with his head but Alex Nyarko reads it well. He makes it look easy!
33.49
Joachim Lillo flicks a high pass forward. Kai Dörner controls it well on his chest. Kai Dörner knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Martin Metzger.
34.27
Patricio Gainza knocks the ball to his team mate, Martin Metzger. Martin Metzger flicks a high ball forward to Gavin Bowyer who takes it down. Gavin Bowyer knocks in a cross ball towards Martin Metzger. Martin Metzger is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. The ball flies towards the top corner but the keeper is able to reach it. Fabulous save!
38.12
1-1Alexander Sammer deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Joachim Lillo. Joachim Lillo whips in a cross ball towards Markus Reimers. Markus Reimers rises majestically and gets a header on goal but it flies just wide!
39.15
Martin Metzger chips the ball to his team mate, Oliver Gleisenstein. Oliver Gleisenstein plays a one-two with Lennart Borchard and rushes in on goal... Oliver Gleisenstein takes a shot at goal. Solid save from Daniel Gabriel Enescu.
40.32
Thomas Lensing sees a break and surges forward. Thomas Lensing kicks a strong pass forward to Albert Carcedo. Albert Carcedo finds some space and shoots from distance but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
42.06
Oliver Gleisenstein comes in with a late challenge on Don Gemmell. Oliver Gleisenstein is given a warning by the referee! Don Gemmell runs off the knock.
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. FC Schalke 04 appear unchanged since the first half. Eintracht Frankfurt also appear unchanged since the first half. The Eintracht Frankfurt players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
The whistle blows and FC Schalke 04 kick off!
48.10
Gerhard Röhlig changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Gerhard Röhlig lofts in a cross ball towards Markus Reimers. Markus Reimers connects with a diving header his aim is horrendously poor!
49.24
Patricio Gainza flicks a high pass forward. Martin Metzger comfortably collects the pass. Martin Metzger knocks the ball to his team mate, Lennart Borchard. Lennart Borchard lofts in a cross ball towards Martin Metzger. Martin Metzger whips the ball goalwards with his head. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
53.02
Gerhard Röhlig sees Kai Dörner in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Kai Dörner whips in a cross ball towards Alexander Sammer. Alexander Sammer makes a convincing header. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
57.14
Martin Metzger threads a neat ball through to Gavin Bowyer. Gavin Bowyer whips in a cross ball towards Lennart Borchard. Lennart Borchard is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. The keeper is more than a match for it. Quality keeping!
60.23
Kai Dörner flicks a high pass forward. Joachim Lillo holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Joachim Lillo tries a spectacular long range effort but it is tipped over by Alex Nyarko.
63.47
2-2Juan-Carlos Zamora barges into Markus Reimers. Juan-Carlos Zamora is given a warning by the referee! Markus Reimers gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
65.44
Amine Bouyoucef controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Gavin Bowyer. Gavin Bowyer passes the ball forward to Lennart Borchard. Lennart Borchard runs straight at the defence! Lennart Borchard muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal. What a cracker!! Daniel Gabriel Enescu had no chance!! Goal for FC Schalke 04!
77.01
3-2Eintracht Frankfurt appear to have rearranged themselves into a 4-2-4 formation.
78.11
Don Collins hits a low pass to Lennart Borchard. Lennart Borchard runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Lennart Borchard plays a one-two with Martin Metzger and rushes in on goal... Lennart Borchard strikes a beautiful left-footed shot at goal but it is shockingly off target!
85.40
3-2Gerhard Röhlig clumsily knocks into Don Collins. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Don Collins hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
87.47
Jakob Lange controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Orlando Zerdoux. Orlando Zerdoux controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. Solid save from Daniel Gabriel Enescu.
89.24
Dominique Cloarec flicks a high pass forward. Gerhard Röhlig collects the pass. Gerhard Röhlig surges forward with the ball. Gerhard Röhlig lofts in a cross ball towards Albert Carcedo. Albert Carcedo connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal but it rises well off target!
90.00
Juan-Carlos Zamora kicks a strong pass forward to Martin Metzger. Martin Metzger flicks a high ball forward to Lennart Borchard who takes it down. Lennart Borchard sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal. Daniel Gabriel Enescu gathers the ball up comfortably. Excellent keeping!
90.00
The whistle blows full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
3
2
Shots on Target
10
4
Shots off Target
1
4
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
3
1
Yellow Cards
0
1
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
46.8%
53.2%
Play Area
32.9%
43%
24.1%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Lennart Borchard of FC Schalke 04 |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Alex Nyarko (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Juan-Carlos Zamora (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Don Collins (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Amine Bouyoucef (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Patricio Gainza (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Gavin Bowyer (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Martin Metzger (MID) |  | 8 |
| 8. | Lennart Borchard (ATT) | | 9 |
| 9. | Oliver Gleisenstein (ATT) | | 7 |
| 10. | Jakob Lange (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Orlando Zerdoux (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Julian Bartsch (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Gustavo Arredondo (ATT) | 0 | |
| 14. | Jason Robinson (ATT) | 0 | |
| 1. | Daniel Gabriel Enescu (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Thomas Lensing (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Dominique Cloarec (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Gregoor Maas (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Don Gemmell (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Alexander Sammer (MID) | | 7 |
| 7. | Gerhard Röhlig (MID) |  | 8 |
| 8. | Joachim Lillo (MID) | 7 | |
| 9. | Kai Dörner (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Markus Reimers (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Albert Carcedo (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Pascal Backes (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Daniel Moreira (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Arno Jaschke (MID) | 0 | |