Köln Amateure 1–5 Schalke II
German Regionalliga · 16 May 2026, 20:00

Schalke II inflicted a heavy defeat on Köln Amateure at the Franz‑Kremer‑Stadion, running out 5‑1 winners in a one‑sided Regionalliga contest. The visitors were ruthless from the start, and the scoreline could have been even greater had it not been for some wayward finishing late on.

Match Overview

Schalke’s second team dominated from the first whistle, pressing high and forcing mistakes from a shaky Köln defence. Goals came from all over the pitch, with the forward line in particularly good form. Köln managed a consolation goal through a penalty in the second half, but by then the match was long decided.

Key Moments

• 9′ – Schalke opened the scoring when winger Timo Böhmer cut inside and curled a shot into the far corner.
• 22′ – Striker Johannes Schauer doubled the lead with a powerful header from a corner.
• 35′ – A third goal: midfielder Paul Michel scored from 20 yards after a clearance fell to him.
• 48′ – Schauer scored his second of the night, turning in a rebound from close range.
• 60′ – Köln’s best moment: a penalty converted by captain Dennis Kühn after a handball.
• 81′ – Schalke added a fifth, substitute Yannick Fritsche finishing a counter‑attack.

Tactical Story

Schalke II employed a 4‑3‑3 with high‑energy pressing. Their midfield trio of Michel, Lukas Kramer, and Jonas Berg overwhelmed Köln’s two‑man central unit. Köln lined up in a 4‑4‑2 but were constantly stretched by Schalke’s width. The home side’s only real period of pressure came after the penalty, but by that point the game was beyond reach.

Standout Players

• Johannes Schauer (Schalke II) – Two goals, key in aerial duels, and led the press effectively.
• Paul Michel (Schalke II) – A goal and an assist, controlling the tempo from midfield.
• Timo Böhmer (Schalke II) – Early goal set the tone; constant threat on the flank.
• Dennis Kühn (Köln Amateure) – Scored the penalty and tried to rally his side.

Standings Context

The win lifted Schalke II into the top half of the Regionalliga table, now on 31 points, while Köln Amateure slipped to 18 points, dangerously close to the relegation places. For Köln, defensive frailties must be addressed quickly if they are to avoid a late‑season slide.