Probable Lineups
3-4-3
3-4-1-2
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.5)
6.7
Average Ratings
6.8
(6.5)
28.1
Average Age
28.9
179.6
Average Height (cm)
186.2
(0.9)
1
Shots pg
1
(0.9)
(45%)
48%
Aerial Duel Success
53%
(50%)
(0.7)
0.7
Dribbles pg
0.7
(0.5)
(1)
1
Tackles pg
1.1
(1.2)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in 2. Bundesliga.
Missing Players
Magdeburg
Schalke
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julian Pollersbeck | Out | N/A | |
| Jean Hugonet | Out | 6.63 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Greiml | Out | N/A | |
| Forzan Assan Ouedraogo | Out | N/A | |
| Brandon Soppy | Out | 6.52 | |
| Cédric Brunner | Doubtful | 6.42 |
Team News
Magdeburg
Schalke
- Christian Titz will be without Jean Hugonet on Saturday after the central midfielder was sent off during the defeat against Hertha Berlin last time out.
- Expect Connor Krempicki to replace him in the starting XI, while winger Tatsuya Ito could also be recalled.
- Cedric Brunner is a fresh injury concern for the away side after picking up a knock during the 1-0 win against Wehen Wiesbaden.
- Fortunately for Karel Geraerts, he has Derry John Murkin back available following a short suspension with the wing-back expected to slot straight into the starting XI.
