On Saturday afternoon, Schalke hosts reigning champions Bayern Munich at the VELTINS Arena as the visitors look to continue their recent good form in the Bundesliga.
The Royal Blues have struggled on their return to the German top flight, and they currently sit bottom of the Bundesliga table. However, a 1-0 home win over Mainz last time out in the league ended a seven-game losing streak for Thomas Reis’ team.
A significant factor in their recent poor league form has been conceding too many goals, as Schalke has conceded at least two goals in five of their last seven matches in the Bundesliga.
Their poor recent defensive record is not a major surprise, as only Bochum has conceded more goals in the German top-flight this season.
The 1-0 win over Mainz last time out in the Bundesliga also ended a three-game losing run on home soil for Schalke in the German top flight.
The reigning champions have hit an ominous run of form in the Bundesliga.
On Tuesday night, Julian Nagelsmann’s team recorded their ninth straight victory in all competitions, as Bayern recorded a 6-1 home win over Werder Bremen. The game also saw Bayern record their fifth consecutive league victory.
The key to the visitor's recent good form has been their goalscoring efforts, as Bayern have scored at least two goals in their last seven league outings.
The men from Munich’s recent away form in the German top flight has been inconsistent this season.
However, they have recorded back-to-back away wins in the Bundesliga at Hoffenheim and Hertha Berlin, having also scored at least two goals in their last three league matches on their travels.
Forebet predicts that Bayern Munich will continue their recent stellar form by recording a victory in a high-scoring encounter.