FC Schalke 04 – SC Freiburg

Schalke host a top‑flight Freiburg side that sit atop the table with nine points from three straight wins, having outscored opponents 10‑1. The home team sit tenth, holding four points after a win, a draw and a loss, and their goal difference of minus one (3‑4) underlines a fragile defence. Freiburg’s flawless record gives them a clear psychological edge, while Schalke will be eager to turn their modest three‑point haul into a vital win to climb out of the relegation‑threat zone. The clash pits Schalke’s need for points against Freiburg’s hunger to maintain their perfect start, a classic battle of a struggling host versus an unbeaten leader.