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HSV’s 2:2 Draw at Schalke Leaves Bundesliga Lead in Jeopardy

Despite an early red card for Schalke, Hamburg failed to capitalize, allowing a late equalizer and risking their top spot to Köln.

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Overview

  • Hamburger SV drew 2:2 against Schalke 04 after failing to secure a win despite playing with a numerical advantage from the 3rd minute.
  • Kenan Karaman of Schalke was sent off early following a VAR-reviewed tackle on Jonas Meffert, leaving Schalke down to ten men.
  • Ron Schallenberg gave Schalke a surprising 1:0 lead before Emir Sahiti’s quick brace (41', 43') turned the game in HSV’s favor by halftime.
  • The match was halted for five minutes in the second half due to pyrotechnics and rockets set off by Hamburg fans, disrupting momentum.
  • Moussa Sylla’s 81st-minute equalizer for Schalke leaves HSV vulnerable at the top, as Köln can overtake them with a win on Sunday.