FC Augsburg vs. FC Schalke 04: DFB-Pokal Clash in the 2. Bundesliga
Augsburg Seeks Revenge, Schalke Looks to Continue Momentum
After their disappointing Bundesliga relegation last season, FC Augsburg will be looking to make a statement in this DFB-Pokal clash against 2. Bundesliga rivals FC Schalke 04. Augsburg was defeated in the second round of the competition last year by third-tier side VfB Lubeck, so they will be eager to avoid a similar fate this time around.
Schalke, on the other hand, will be looking to continue their impressive form under new head coach Thomas Reis. The Royal Blues have won five of their last six matches in all competitions, including a 3-1 victory over Bundesliga side Borussia Monchengladbach in the DFB-Pokal last round.
Key Players to Watch
- Augsburg: Ermedin Demirovic (Striker) - The Bosnian international is Augsburg's leading scorer this season with 10 goals in all competitions.
- Schalke: Rodrigo Zalazar (Midfielder) - The Uruguayan has been in excellent form for Schalke this season, scoring eight goals and providing six assists in all competitions.
Match Details
The match will be played at the WWK Arena in Augsburg on Tuesday, January 14, 2023. Kick-off is scheduled for 18:00 CET.
Prediction
This is a tough match to call, but Schalke's recent form suggests that they may have the edge. The Royal Blues have been playing with confidence and swagger under Reis, and they will be confident of causing an upset against Augsburg.
