Mixed results in the early stages of the season, Schalke 04 will look to bounce back from two defeats as they welcome Kiel at Veltins Arena.

It was not a great outing in the Bundesliga last season, as the Royal Blues were relegated to the German second division.

Schalke had just one win in the Bundesliga 2 in the second matchday as the dramatic 5-2 loss to Hamburger SV on the opening day.

Visitors Holstein Kiel recorded two consecutive wins in their opening two games against Braunschweig and Greuther Fürth.

However, the dramatic loss at home against Magdeburg last weekend ended their perfect start to the new season.

Match details

Date: Friday 25th August 2023

Kick-off time: 5:30 PM UK

Where to watch Schalke vs Holstein Kiel on TV and live stream

German football fans can watch the game on the Sky Sports App in the UK, while those in the US can enjoy the action on ESPN+.

UK: Sky Sports App

US: ESPN+

Portugal: Eleven Sports 2

Canada: DAZN

Schalke 04 Form Guide

Eintracht Braunschweig (Loss)

Eintracht Braunschweig (Win)

Kaiserslautern (Win)

Hamburger SV (Loss)

Holstein Kiel Form Guide

Magdeburg (Loss)

FC Gutersloh (Win)

Greuther Fürth (Win)

Eintracht Braunschweig (Win)