Schalke Coach Van Wonderen Reflects on Rejected Resignation and Team's Progress

After offering to step down in December, Kees van Wonderen sees Schalke 04 moving in the right direction as they prepare for a key match against Darmstadt 98.

• Schalke 04 head coach Kees van Wonderen revealed he offered to resign in December after a poor start to the season, with only one win in the first seven matches.
• Sporting director Youri Mulder and squad planner Ben Manga rejected his resignation, expressing confidence in his leadership and vision for the team.
• Since then, Schalke has improved significantly, earning 14 points in the last eight matches and moving away from the relegation zone in the 2. Bundesliga.
• Van Wonderen emphasized the importance of the club's success over individual roles and discussed his self-reflective approach to coaching.
• Schalke faces SV Darmstadt 98 on Sunday, with both teams set to wear jerseys promoting democracy and inclusivity during Germany's Bundestag elections.

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