SC Freiburg vs. FC Schalke 04 - News - October 11, 2026 | FOX Sports

Adrian Gantenbein - Assists in season debut Gantenbein assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 loss to SC Freiburg.

Impact Gantenbein made his first Bundesliga appearance of the season and contributed to Schalke's equalizer in the 30th minute, firing a shot that Kenan Karaman redirected into the net. The defender also delivered a solid defensive performance, winning three of his four tackles while adding three interceptions and five clearances. His assist and defensive contributions marked an encouraging return to Bundesliga action, strengthening his case for further playing time.

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Kenan Karaman - Gets off the mark in loss Karaman scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus SC Freiburg.

Impact Karaman opened his Bundesliga scoring account in the 30th minute, redirecting Adrian Gantenbein's shot past Mio Backhaus to bring Schalke level. However, his equalizer was not enough to secure a point, as Freiburg reclaimed the lead through Keisuke Goto's late winner. Karaman has now recorded one goal, four shots and seven chances created across four Bundesliga appearances, including three starts. His first goal of the campaign adds to his attacking contributions as he continues to hold a prominent role in Schalke's lineup.

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Maximilian Eggestein - Scores opener Eggestein scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Schalke.

Impact Eggestein opened the scoring in the 10th minute, reacting quickest after Loris Karius saved Matthias Ginter's header and converting the rebound from close range. The midfielder helped Freiburg secure all three points despite playing the closing stages with 10 men. He has played every minute of Freiburg's five Bundesliga matches this season, recording three goals, 11 shots, five tackles and 10 interceptions. His consistent playing time and impressive early scoring production underline his importance in Freiburg's midfield.

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Vincenzo Grifo - Supplies assist off bench Grifo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 win against Schalke.

Impact Grifo entered late in the second half and quickly influenced the result, delivering the cross that Keisuke Goto headed home for Freiburg's winning goal. The assist was his first of the Bundesliga campaign and came shortly after he had threatened Schalke's defense with a long-range effort. The experienced winger has been limited to a substitute role this season, accumulating just 65 minutes across four league appearances. His immediate impact highlights his attacking quality despite limited opportunities in the starting lineup.

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Keisuke Goto - Heads home late winner Goto scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Schalke.

Impact Goto came off the bench for the fifth consecutive Bundesliga match and made the decisive contribution, heading home Vincenzo Grifo's cross late in the second half. His first league goal of the season secured all three points for Freiburg despite the team being reduced to 10 men. The forward has remained in a substitute role throughout the opening five league fixtures, but his match-winning contribution strengthens his case for increased playing time and a more prominent attacking role.

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Mio Backhaus - Concedes once in home victory Backhaus had no saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win against Schalke.

Impact Backhaus was beaten in the 30th minute after Schalke capitalized on a corner, with Kenan Karaman finishing the rebound following an initial intervention from the goalkeeper. Freiburg eventually secured all three points through Keisuke Goto's late winner despite playing with 10 men. Backhaus has registered six saves, conceded four goals and kept two clean sheets across five Bundesliga appearances this season. He will aim to build on this victory and secure his third clean sheet of the campaign against Bayer Leverkusen.

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Loris Karius - Concedes twice in defeat Karius registered three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against SC Freiburg.

Impact Karius made an early save against Igor Matanovic before denying Matthias Ginter's header in the 10th minute, only for Maximilian Eggestein to convert the rebound. He was beaten again by Keisuke Goto's late header as Schalke failed to capitalize on their numerical advantage. The goalkeeper has recorded 26 saves, conceded six goals and kept two clean sheets across five Bundesliga appearances this season. Karius will aim for a stronger showing against Mainz.

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