The history of Schalke 04

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1992–2005

Eurofighters, heartbreak and a new arena

  1. Bundesliga debut at the new arena

    Schalke 04
    3:3
    Bayer Leverkusen
    Bundesliga
    Location: Gelsenkirchen Stadium: Arena AufSchalke

    Five days after the opening ceremony, Schalke play their first competitive match at Arena AufSchalke.

    The game against Bayer Leverkusen ends 3-3.