In the first round of the DFB-Pokal, Schalke 04 faced Hallescher FC. The Bundesliga team encountered difficulties at the start of the match against their fourth-tier opponents.
According to reports from sportschau.de, Schalke appeared on the verge of losing heavily as the first Bundesliga club in this round, falling behind initially. However, Edin Dzeko managed to turn the match around.
After an exciting match, the regular time ended in a 2-2 draw. In extra time, Schalke 04's team showcased their strength, scoring three additional goals to secure their victory.
The final score of 5-2 ensured that the traditional club from the Ruhr area advanced to the next round of the tournament, allowing Schalke 04 to continue pursuing their cup ambitions.
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