Hertha BSC vs Schalke 04: match statistics
Schalke 04 is presenting decidedly better form and sits in first place, while Hertha BSC is in sixth. The visitors boast an impressive record of 12 wins against just 4 losses this season, with excellent form in their last five matches (4 wins, 1 loss) and a PPG of 2.4. Conversely, Hertha has struggled recently, earning only 1 point per match in their last five games. Schalke stands out for their effectiveness on the road, recording 56% Clean Sheets and a positive goal difference (+6), along with superior shot conversion (11% vs 6%). Despite the hosts' advantage in possession (48% vs 41%), Schalke demonstrates greater offensive efficiency (averaging 1.33 goals away) and defensive solidity (averaging 0.67 goals conceded). All factors point to a likely victory for the visitors, though Hertha's experience on home turf (44% home win rate) means a surprise cannot be ruled out.
Hertha BSC vs Schalke 04: form, goals and key statistics
Key match information
Hertha BSC played Schalke 04 in 2. Bundesliga (Germany). The match was played on 17 January 2026. Final score: 0:0.
Current form
Hertha BSC: 2-2-1, 1.60 points/match. Schalke 04: 3-1-1, 2.00 points/match.
Goal statistics
Hertha BSC scores 1.24 and concedes 0.94 goals per match. Schalke 04 scores 1.29 and concedes 0.59. League average: 2.82 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Hertha BSC 29%, Schalke 04 35%. Over 2.5: Hertha BSC 35%, Schalke 04 41%. League level: BTTS 54%, Over 2.5 57%.
xG, shots and style
Schalke 04 has higher xG: 1.47 vs 1.39. Hertha BSC: 12.3 shots per match, Schalke 04: 12.6.
Match halves
Hertha BSC: half-time lead 29%, second-half goals 0.76. Schalke 04: half-time lead 41%, second-half goals 0.65.
Goals by minute
Hertha BSC: 31-45+ (5 goals). Schalke 04: 76-90+ (8 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
2. Bundesliga: 2.82 goals per match, BTTS 54%, Over 2.5 57%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 1 previous H2H matches were available: 0-0-1. Average goals 3.00, BTTS 100%.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Schalke 04 is presenting decidedly better form and sits in first place, while Hertha BSC is in sixth. The visitors boast an impressive record of 12 wins against just 4 losses this season, with excellent form in their last five matches (4 wins, 1 loss) and a PPG of 2.4. Conversely, Hertha has struggled recently, earning only 1 point per match in their last five games. Schalke stands out for their effectiveness on the road, recording 56% Clean Sheets and a positive goal difference (+6), along with superior shot conversion (11% vs 6%). Despite the hosts' advantage in possession (48% vs 41%), Schalke demonstrates greater offensive efficiency (averaging 1.33 goals away) and defensive solidity (averaging 0.67 goals conceded). All factors point to a likely victory for the visitors, though Hertha's experience on home turf (44% home win rate) means a surprise cannot be ruled out.
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Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current season.
Shooting quality
| Hertha BSC | Schalke 04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 33% | 36% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.31 | 0.28 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
Schalke 04 is 25% better for: last-5 form.
1.6 pts / match - Hertha BSC · 2 pts / match - Schalke 04
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Schalke 04 is 59% better for: goals conceded per match.
0.94 goals / match - Hertha BSC · 0.59 goals / match - Schalke 04
Hertha BSC scores in 71% of matches (12 of 17 matches), while Schalke 04 keeps a clean sheet in 53% (9 of 17 matches).
Schalke 04 scores in 82% of matches (14 of 17 matches), while Hertha BSC keeps a clean sheet in 53% (9 of 17 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Hertha BSC
Over / Under - Schalke 04
1st half
2nd half
Match halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Schalke 04 is 30% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.35 pts / match - Hertha BSC · 1.76 pts / match - Schalke 04
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Hertha BSC - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 29% of matches and wins 47%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Concedes 0.1 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
Schalke 04 - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 41% of matches and wins 71%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Concedes 0.3 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.40 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.2 | 1.0 |
| Average goals in match | 0.6 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 20% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 40% |
| No goal | 80% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.40 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Average goals in match | 0.6 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +2 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (5 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (8 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): +4 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Hertha BSC
Schalke 04
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (2. Bundesliga).
Teams vs league
| Hertha BSC | Liga | Schalke 04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals in match | ▼ 2.18 | 2.82 | ▼ 1.88 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 29% | 54% | ▼ 35% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 35% | 57% | ▼ 41% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 53% | 26% | ▲ 53% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 53% | 66% | ▼ 53% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 76% | 84% | ▼ 76% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Previous meeting: Hertha BSC 0 - 0 - 1 Schalke 04. Average goals 3.00, both teams scored in 100% matches.
FAQ
What was the result of Hertha BSC vs Schalke 04?
The 2. Bundesliga match finished Hertha BSC 0:0 Schalke 04. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Hertha BSC vs Schalke 04?
Hertha BSC score 1.24 goals per game on average and Schalke 04 1.29. The 2. Bundesliga average is 2.82 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 57% of games. Both teams score in 29% of Hertha BSC's matches and 35% of Schalke 04's.
What form are Hertha BSC and Schalke 04 in?
Over the last 5 games Hertha BSC have a 2-2-1 record (1.60 points per game) and Schalke 04 3-1-1 (2.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Hertha BSC vs Schalke 04?
The statistical background for Hertha BSC vs Schalke 04 — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.