Schalke 04 advance to the second DFB-Pokal round after extra time

The 40-year-old let a low ball into the penalty area drop to Sylla, who was able to score the equalizer. This moment was symbolic of the turnaround in the match.

Dzeko and Sylla turn the game around

After the break, Schalke fought their way back into the game. The team coached by Miron Muslic increased the pressure and used their individual qualities to turn the match around.

In extra time, the greater stamina and class of the Bundesliga side ultimately told. The Halle side could no longer keep up with the pace and conceded further goals.

Extra time brings the decision

Alongside Dzeko and Sylla, Dejan Ljubicic and other players also got on the scoresheet. The depth of the squad paid off for Schalke.

Junior Adamu, likewise from the Austrian squad, was in the matchday squad and came on as the game went on. Dina Ebimbe was also part of the Schalke squad.

ÖFB players in the Schalke squad

For Halle, despite the clear final scoreline, the defeat was a creditable performance. The fourth-division side sold themselves dearly against the higher-division opponents and showed fighting spirit over 120 minutes.

With the victory in the DFB-Pokal, FC Schalke 04 have advanced to the next round and now await the draw for the next fixture.