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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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
First Bundesliga relegation
The 2-0 defeat at Kaiserslautern leaves Schalke unable to reach safety.
Relegation through the play-off
Following a 3-1 first-leg defeat, a 1-1 draw against Bayer Uerdingen is insufficient.
Third relegation and eventual lowest finish
The 3-1 defeat in Cologne confirms Schalke’s third Bundesliga relegation.
Since 2020
Crisis and recovery
Relegation after 30 Bundesliga seasons
A 1-0 defeat in Bielefeld confirms relegation on matchday 30.
Relegated again on the final day
A 4-2 defeat in Leipzig confirms another relegation.
