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Schalke Extend Lead With Düsseldorf Win as Karius Reveals Death Threats to Family

The goalkeeper posted screenshots on Instagram overnight saying the abuse crosses a line.

Overview

  • Schalke beat Fortuna Düsseldorf 2-0 away to consolidate first place in the 2. Bundesliga and log an eighth clean sheet.
  • Loris Karius later shared Instagram screenshots of messages wishing death on his family, including his daughter.
  • He wrote that he normally ignores such messages but considers this episode clearly too far.
  • Reports say Schalke is supporting Karius and examining possible legal steps against the sender.
  • The account that sent the abuse appeared to be linked to a Düsseldorf fan and switched to private after the posts.