| The bookies consider the hosts as favorites in this match which is not a surprise. Both clubs missed the start of their second division campaign and lost a lot of games. The question of who will actually get all three points here on Friday is therefore a matter of luck. However, the eleven goals conceded by each team are only surpassed by two other clubs in the league. Schalke 04 may have to do without several key players before the game against Darmstadt. Paul Seguin and Jannik Bachmann are still doubtful. Seguin is struggling, while Bachmann is out after a collision. Lino Tempelmann and Taylan Bulut are also currently training individually and could have to take a break on Friday. Although Tomas Kalas and Emil Hojlund have returned to team training, their participation against Darmstadt is also uncertain. Before the important home game against the winless guests, these many absences could prove costly for the Royal Blues especially in defence, Schalke will have to be vigilant against the offensive minded Darmstadt team. |
