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
1904–1928
From Westfalia to FC Schalke 04
Opening the Glückauf-Kampfbahn
Schalke beat Tennis Borussia Berlin 3-2 at the ceremonial conclusion of the opening week.
