The history of Schalke 04

Key milestones in the club's history, in chronological order.

The key milestones at a glance.

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Competitions

Nicknames through the years Three names tell a story of near misses, late goals and an unbeaten season. Read the storiesClose the stories
1981–1991

Relegations and promotions

  1. The legendary 6-6 against Bayern

    Schalke 04
    6:6a.e.t.
    Bayern Munich
    DFB-Pokal
    Location: Gelsenkirchen Stadium: Parkstadion

    Second-division Schalke draw 6-6 after extra time against Bayern Munich in the cup semi-final.

2006–2019

European highlights and Ruhr derbies

  1. Neuer takes Schalke into the quarter-finals

    FC Porto
    1:0a.e.t. · 1:4 on pens
    Schalke 04
    Champions League
    Location: Porto Stadium: Estádio do Dragão

    After a 1-0 defeat in Porto, the tie goes to penalties.