Schalke vs Hertha Berlin Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2. Bundesliga 2025-26

In the previous meeting between the two clubs, Schalke came out on top with a win.

Schalke 04 are ready to lock horns with Hertha Berlin in their 2. Bundesliga 2025-26 season’s opening day fixture. The interesting game of the German football second division will take place at VELTINS-Arena.

FC Schalke 04 will be at home and will be looking to use it to their advantage. They will be feeling confident as they took down their upcoming opponents in the last meeting. As it is the first game of the new season, they will be looking to secure a win and secure a positive start.

Hertha Berlin ended their 2. Bundesliga 2024-25 campaign on a better note than that of FC Schalke 04. They will be away from home, which might become an issue for them. As the new season is about to begin, the squad members will be feeling motivated and will be keen on giving their all.

Kick-off:

• Location: Gelsenkirchen, Germany
• Stadium: VELTINS-Arena
• Date: Saturday, August 2
• Kick-off Time: 12:00 a.m. IST (Friday, August 1; 06:30 p.m. GMT/ 02:30 p.m. ET/ 11:30 a.m. PT)
• Referee: Richard Hempel
• VAR: In use

Two days to go until Hertha 👊#S04 | #S04BSC pic.twitter.com/klZyPoJ66C

— FC Schalke 04 (@s04_en) July 30, 2025

Form:

This is going to be the first game of the 2025-26 season for both teams.

Players to Watch

Moussa Sylla (Schalke 04)

Moussa Sylla is going to play a crucial part in the attacking front for the hosts. The 25-year-old forward from Mali was also their top scorer in the 2. Bundesliga 2024-25 season. He will be looking to begin his season with a top performance and help his side in the attacking front.

Fabian Reese (Hertha Berlin)

Fabian Reese is going to become a problem for the opponent’s defence while being in the attacking front for Hertha Berlin. The 27-year-old will yet again play a crucial part on the frontline for his club. He will be looking to step up here and help his side by scoring a goal or two.

Match Facts

• Schalke 04 are on a two-match unbeaten run against Hertha Berlin.
• Only one of the last five matches between these clubs ended in a draw.
• Both clubs have scored 12 goals each against each other in their last five games.

Schalke 04 vs Hertha Berlin: Betting Tips and Odds

• Schalke 04 to win
• Moussa Sylla to score
• Goals under 3.5

Injury and Team News

Schalke 04 will be without the services of Kenan Karaman and Luca Podlech as they are injured.

Hasan Kurucay getting straight to work as a Royal Blue ⚒️📸#S04 pic.twitter.com/3rjBRVFJNv

— FC Schalke 04 (@s04_en) July 30, 2025

Hertha Berlin will be coming in with all their players ready to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 39

Schalke 04 won: 22

Hertha Berlin won: 11

Draws: 6

Predicted Lineups

Schalke 04 predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Heekeren (GK); Bulut, Kalas, Kamiński, Murkin; Grüger, Seguin; Mohr, Bachmann, Aydin; Sylla

Hertha Berlin predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Ernst (GK); Leistner, Klemens, Kenny, Zeefuik; Dárdai, Cuisance, Demme, Maza; Niederlechner, Reese

Match Prediction

As they are coming into the new season, they will aim to begin things on a positive note. Schalke 04 are likely to come out on top to secure a win against Hertha Berlin in the 2. Bundesliga 2025-26 fixture.

Prediction: Schalke 04 2-1 Hertha Berlin

Telecast Details

India: TBD

UK: Sky Sports

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: StarTimes

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