The history of Schalke 04
Milestones and background from the club's history, in chronological order.
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1981–1991
Relegations and promotions
The legendary 6-6 against Bayern
Second-division Schalke draw 6-6 after extra time against Bayern Munich in the cup semi-final.
Eighteen-year-old Olaf Thon scores three goals; Bayern eventually win the replay.
2006–2019
European highlights and Ruhr derbies
Neuer takes Schalke into the quarter-finals
After a 1-0 defeat in Porto, the tie goes to penalties.
Manuel Neuer makes two saves as Schalke win the shoot-out 4-1 to reach their first modern Champions League quarter-final.
