16.08.2026 21:00
Real Madrid defeated Schalke 04 3-0 in their final pre-season match before the new season. National player Arda Güler, who started the match in the starting eleven, contributed to the victory by providing the assist for the goal scored by Dean Huijsen.
Real Madrid faced German side Schalke 04 in their final pre-season friendly match. The Spanish giants completed their pre-season preparations with a 3-0 victory. Real Madrid took the lead in the 6th minute with a goal from Kylian Mbappe.
ASSIST FROM ARDA GULER
Arda Guler, who started the match in the starting eleven, played a significant role in Real Madrid's second goal. The Spanish side doubled the lead in the 20th minute with a goal from Dean Huijsen. Arda Guler provided the assist for Huijsen's goal. Real Madrid ended the first half leading 2-0, and Arda Guler was replaced by Eduardo Camavinga at the start of the second half.
REAL MADRID WON WITH 3 GOALS
Real Madrid extended the lead to three in the 57th minute with a goal from Carlos Espi. No further goals were scored in the remainder of the match, and Real Madrid defeated Schalke 04 3-0, emerging victorious from their final rehearsal before the new season.
FAMILIAR FACES IN THE MATCH
Schalke 04's goal was guarded by former Besiktas goalkeeper Loris Karius. Former Fenerbahce striker Edin Dzeko came on in the 80th minute of the match. Mertcan Ayhan, who played in the second half for the German side, also drew attention as the brother of Galatasaray player Kaan Ayhan.
FIRST OFFICIAL MATCH AGAINST ESPANYOL
Real Madrid will play their first official match of the 2026-2027 season against Espanyol on August 22.