Darmstadt 98 vs Schalke 04 - DFB Pokal Match
Betting Odds
1
2.37
42.1%
X
3.10
32.3%
2
3.10
32.3%
Match Details
Match Preview
Darmstadt 98 vs Schalke 04 Preview: DFB Pokal Clash
Darmstadt 98 will host Schalke 04 at Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 22:45 UTC in what promises to be an exciting DFB Pokal encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Darmstadt 98 have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 0 wins from 2 games while suffering 1 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Schalke 04 have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 0 wins from 1 games while suffering 1 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Head-to-Head Record
The head-to-head record is evenly balanced between these two sides, with Darmstadt 98 winning 5, Schalke 04 winning 5, and 1 matches ending in draws from their last 11 encounters.
Expected Tactics & Formations
Darmstadt 98 are expected to line up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, while Schalke 04 will likely deploy a 3-4-2-1 system. The tactical battle between these two setups could prove decisive in determining the outcome.
Match Officials
Felix Bickel will be the referee for this fixture.
Match Prediction & Analysis
This promises to be a tightly contested affair with little separating these two sides on paper. Both teams will fancy their chances of victory, and the match could go either way. Expect an entertaining encounter with plenty of action and possibly goals at both ends.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 22:45 UTC
- Venue: Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor
- Competition: DFB Pokal
- H2H Record (Last 11): Darmstadt 98 5W - 1D - 5W Schalke 04
- Referee: Felix Bickel

