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VfL BochumvsSchalke 04

2. Bundesliga
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Vonovia Ruhrstadion

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Final outcomeAway2.72
Both team to scoreYes1.73

Clash of the Titans

VfL Bochum and Schalke 04 are set to lock horns in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. Bochum, fresh off a crucial 1-0 victory against FC St. Pauli, is looking to build momentum. Philipp Hofmann's decisive goal has given them a much-needed boost in their relegation battle. Yet, the shadow of administrative upheaval looms large, with the departure of key figures like Patrick Fabian and Marc Lettau. The club's protest against a match result due to a flare-throwing incident adds another layer of intrigue.

Schalke's New Guard

Schalke 04, on the other hand, is navigating a season of transition. The signing of Loris Karius has injected fresh energy into the squad. His experience is expected to bolster their defense, which has been shaky at times. Schalke's recent 0-0 draw against Eintracht Braunschweig highlighted their struggles to capitalize on opportunities, even against ten men. However, the team's focus on youth development, with talents like Ayman Gulasi, signals a promising future.

Historical Edge

Historically, Schalke has dominated this fixture. They've won 20 out of 32 encounters against Bochum, with a significant goal difference in their favor. Bochum hasn't tasted victory against Schalke in their last five meetings, a trend that weighs heavily on their minds. Schalke's ability to score late, with 36% of their goals coming in the final 15 minutes, could be pivotal.

The Verdict

Despite Bochum's recent form, Schalke's historical dominance and recent squad reinforcements give them the edge. Expect a closely fought battle, but Schalke's knack for scoring and Bochum's defensive vulnerabilities suggest both teams will find the net. Schalke to edge it with a narrow victory.

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		PL	GD	PTS
1	Schalke 04	19	12	39
2	SV Darmstadt 98	19	14	37
3	SC Paderborn 07	19	9	36
4	SV 07 Elversberg	19	15	35
5	Hannover 96	20	8	35
6	1 FC Kaiserslautern	19	10	31
7	Hertha BSC	19	5	30
8	1 FC Nuremberg	20	-5	26
9	Karlsruher SC	19	-6	26
10	Holstein Kiel	19	0	24
11	VfL Bochum	19	1	23
12	SC Preussen 06 Munster	20	-7	21
13	Eintracht Braunschweig	19	-12	21
14	Arminia Bielefeld	19	2	20
15	1. FC Magdeburg	20	-7	20
16	Fortuna Dusseldorf	19	-12	20
17	Dynamo Dresden	19	-7	19
18	Greuther Furth	19	-20	16

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